1
as in theoretical
dealing with or expressing a quality or idea
a work that deals with such metaphysical questions as the very nature of knowledge
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as in supernatural
of, relating to, or being part of a reality beyond the observable physical universe
belief in a metaphysical world beyond the one in which we live
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Recent Examples of metaphysical
Body Mind Spirit Celebration Enjoy entertainment, shop metaphysical vendors, get a reading or healing, and explore live learning sessions that include crystals, holistic wellness, tarot and more at this celebration of the body, mind and spirit.
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Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
For some, these words may just be a bit too much – too metaphysical.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
And that was the metaphysical American transformation of news into entertainment.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 13 June 2025
The Foundation Of Strategic Thinking The Vedas scriptures do not only dwell on metaphysical concepts but also emphasize the principles of truth, cosmic order and sacrifice for the collective good.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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Luann Gibbs, The Enquirer, 2 July 2025
For some, these words may just be a bit too much – too metaphysical.
—Roberta Naas, Forbes.com, 18 June 2025
And that was the metaphysical American transformation of news into entertainment.
—Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 13 June 2025
The Foundation Of Strategic Thinking The Vedas scriptures do not only dwell on metaphysical concepts but also emphasize the principles of truth, cosmic order and sacrifice for the collective good.
—Pankaj Vasani, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for metaphysical
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From my perspective, these shifts aren’t theoretical.—
Jack Thorogood,
Forbes.com,
16 July 2025
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Carter, who had a doctorate in theoretical physics, dispatched a team of officers to the Bay Area to set up an outpost—officially called the Defense Innovation Unit, but known at the Pentagon as Unit X.—
Dexter Filkins,
New Yorker,
14 July 2025
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Prod: Andrés Jaime Santamaría) David Rodríguez, a Colombian police captain, goes undercover in a brutal jail to discover a sect which carries our ritual sacrifices in worship of a supernatural god.—
John Hopewell,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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This dynamic composition weaves together intense orchestral elements with modern beats, perfectly capturing the film’s blend of supernatural action and high energy music.—
Samantha Stutsman,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Jack has established a successful career as a paranormal investigator.—
Julie Tremaine,
People.com,
22 July 2025
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The doll was eventually handed over to Ed and Lorraine Warren, who became famous for collecting paranormal objects and artifacts.—
Jonathan Limehouse,
USA Today,
17 July 2025
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While business leaders understand that activating AI is a significant effort, their understanding tends to be abstract.—
Patrick Moorhead,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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Editor’s tip: Browse the property’s private art collection, including abstract works by Jordi Boldó and black-and-white images by the contemporary photographer Graciela Iturbide.—
Michaela Trimble,
Vogue,
13 July 2025
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By the late 1970s, Gayden had embraced transcendental Indian and Native American spirituality and formed the funk and jazz jam band Skyboat.—
Marcus K. Dowling,
The Tennessean,
2 July 2025
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His willingness to take his talent to Bologna and Brescia to give himself the best chance of making World Cup squads was a transcendental choice.—
James Horncastle,
New York Times,
30 June 2025
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The organization will be using the conceptual designs as opportunities to share with developers, financers, and others who may be interested in contributing.—
Sofia Joseph,
jsonline.com,
18 July 2025
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Documents submitted by Gomez Construction to the city say its efforts will be based on the conceptual design unanimously recommended in February by the city’s Pulse Memorial Advisory Committee, which is made up of Pulse survivors, victims’ families and community members.—
Silas Morgan,
The Orlando Sentinel,
11 July 2025
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Fred is left to make sense of his wife’s disappearance in a story that takes a mystical turn.—
Samantha Bergeson,
IndieWire,
17 July 2025
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Part of what makes the garden in the novel seem so mystical is the illusion that every surface is covered with flowers and plants.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
25 June 2025
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This definition also includes instance in which the victim is incapable of giving consent because of temporary or permanent mental or physical incapacity (include due to the influence of drugs or alcohol) or because of age.—
Baltimore Sun staff,
Baltimore Sun,
11 Apr. 2025
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Without supervision or regulation, kids can easily stumble upon explicit material, including violent and extremist content, that can lead to mental distress, desensitization and a warped perception of the world around them.—
Richard Wistocki,
Chicago Tribune,
10 Apr. 2025
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“Metaphysical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metaphysical. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.
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