Supernaturally: meaning, definitions and examples

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supernaturally

 

[ ˌsuː.pərˈnætʃ.ər.əl.i ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in a magical or mystical way

In a manner that goes beyond what is natural or normal; inexplicably or extraordinarily.

Synonyms

magically, mystically, paranormally

Examples of usage

  • She was convinced that he possessed some supernaturally powers.
  • The door swung open supernaturally, as if moved by an unseen force.
  • The room was supernaturally cold, despite the blazing fire.
Context #2 | Adverb

to an extraordinary degree

To a degree that is beyond what is normal or expected; extremely.

Synonyms

exceptionally, extremely, unusually

Examples of usage

  • She was supernaturally talented at playing the piano.
  • He managed to stay calm in a supernaturally stressful situation.

Translations

Translations of the word "supernaturally" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sobrenaturalmente

🇮🇳 अलौकिक रूप से

🇩🇪 übernatürlich

🇮🇩 secara supranatural

🇺🇦 надприродно

🇵🇱 nadprzyrodzenie

🇯🇵 超自然的に (ちょうしぜんてきに)

🇫🇷 surnaturellement

🇪🇸 sobrenaturalmente

🇹🇷 doğaüstü bir şekilde

🇰🇷 초자연적으로

🇸🇦 بشكل خارق للطبيعة

🇨🇿 nadpřirozeně

🇸🇰 nadprirodzene

🇨🇳 超自然地 (chāo zìrán de)

🇸🇮 nadnaravno

🇮🇸 yfirnáttúrulega

🇰🇿 сверхъестественно

🇬🇪 ზებუნებრივად

🇦🇿 qeyri-təbii şəkildə

🇲🇽 sobrenaturalmente

Etymology

The word 'supernaturally' is derived from the combination of 'super-' meaning above or beyond, and 'naturally' meaning according to the laws of nature. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-17th century.

See also: natural, naturally, nature.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,751 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.