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supernatural Synonyms

Another word for supernatural

Choosing another word for supernatural depends on context, so the 20 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• adjective (Context 1)

Attributed to some force beyond scientific understanding or the laws of nature.

Usage Example

"The ancient folklore of the region is filled with tales of paranormal beings and mystical forests."

Strongest
paranormal
preternatural
otherworldly
Strong
unearthly
superhuman
occult
mystical
magical
miraculous

• noun (Context 2)

Manifestations or events considered to be of supernatural origin, such as ghosts, spirits, or magic (usually preceded by 'the').

Usage Example

"Gothic literature of the nineteenth century frequently explored the human fascination with the paranormal."

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paranormal
Strong
occult
mysticism
magic

• adjective (Context 3)

Unnaturally or extraordinarily great; exceeding what is normal or ordinary.

Usage Example

"The violinist played the difficult concerto with an almost extraordinary grace and precision."

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extraordinary
Strong
phenomenal
uncanny
remarkable
prodigious
exceptional

• noun (Context 4)

A being or entity possessing supernatural powers or origins.

Usage Example

"The fantasy novel features a fragile truce between mortal humans and ancient supernaturals."

Strong
spirit
immortal
apparition

Opposites of supernatural

The opposite of supernatural shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

natural
ordinary
average
normal
mundane
commonplace
earthly
mortal
See all opposites of supernatural

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Supernatural. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/supernatural
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