Supernormal: meaning, definitions and examples

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supernormal

[ ˈsuːpərnɔːməl ]

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behavior

Exceeding or beyond the normal; extraordinary

Synonyms

exceptional, extraordinary, remarkable

Examples of usage

He displayed supernormal strength during the crisis.
The supernormal abilities of the character fascinated the audience.
The scientist discovered a supernormal phenomenon in the experiment.

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paranormal

Beyond what is scientifically explainable; having paranormal qualities

Synonyms

mysterious, paranormal, unexplainable

Examples of usage

The supernatural events were described as supernormal by eyewitnesses.
Some people believe in supernormal powers beyond human understanding.

Translations

Translations of the word "supernormal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 supernormal

🇮🇳 असाधारण

🇩🇪 übernormal

🇮🇩 supernormal

🇺🇦 супернормальний

🇵🇱 supernormalny

🇯🇵 超常

🇫🇷 supernormal

🇪🇸 supernormal

🇹🇷 süpernormal

🇰🇷 초자연적

🇸🇦 فوق العادي

🇨🇿 supernormální

🇸🇰 supernormálny

🇨🇳 超凡

🇸🇮 supernormalen

🇮🇸 ofurnormal

🇰🇿 супернормальді

🇬🇪 სუპერნორმალური

🇦🇿 supernormal

🇲🇽 supernormal

Word origin

The word 'supernormal' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'super-' (meaning above or beyond) and 'normal'. It was initially used in psychology to describe sensory experiences that exceed the average range of sensitivity. Over time, the term has evolved to also encompass paranormal or extraordinary phenomena beyond the scope of regular human experience.