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numinosity Synonyms
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• noun (Context 1)
The state or quality of being mysterious, awe-inspiring, and spiritually elevated, often suggesting the presence of a divine, transcendent, or supernatural force.
Usage Example
"The profound transcendence of the ancient cathedral left the visitors in a state of silent reverence."
Strong
transcendence
sacredness
holiness
Weak
otherworldliness
• noun (Context 2)
In psychology (particularly Jungian analytical psychology), the intense, fascinating, and sometimes terrifying psychic energy or emotional charge associated with archetypes from the collective unconscious.
Usage Example
"Jung believed that when a patient encounters an archetype in a dream, its magnetism can trigger profound psychological transformation."
Weak
magnetism
potency
Opposites of numinosity
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of numinosity varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:
mundaneness
banality
profanity
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Numinosity. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 12, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/numinosity