Supernormal

/ˌsupəɹˈnɔɹm(ə)l/ · adjective

Meaning

Beyond what is normal; exceeding the average or the point of reference..

Definitions by Sense

1. Beyond what is normal; exceeding the average or the point of reference.
2. Paranormal, supernatural.
3. (default logic, of a default) Both categorical and normal.
4. (colloquial) Very normal, average.
5. Supernormal phenomena, considered collectively.
6. (science fiction) A being with extraordinary powers, as compared to the norm for their species.

Example Sentences

Near-synonym: above average

Supernormal employment.

Supernormal production.

For example, why is it that supernormal phenomena so often accompany mystical experiences?

This can be traced to his own childhood, which he experienced as super-normal, even if, to outside eyes, it was anything but.

Not long after John told me of his efforts to make contact with other supernormals he took me into his confidence about his plans for the future.

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Word Forms

• more supernormal
• most supernormal
• supernormals

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