preternaturally

Meanings

• adjective

  Beyond or before what is natural or normal; extraordinary.

• adjective

  Having or showing abilities, powers, or qualities to a degree that is extraordinary or unusual.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with preternaturally
ternary , terrify , serenity

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Variants

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preternatural , preternaturally , preternaturalness , preternaturalnesses

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'praeternaturalis', meaning 'existing or occurring before or beyond what is natural.'

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Trivia

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1. The term 'preternatural' was first used in English literature in the 15th century.

2. The word 'preternatural' is often used interchangeably with 'supernatural', but the two concepts are not exactly the same. 'Supernatural' refers to anything that exists or occurs beyond the natural world, while 'preternatural' specifically refers to something that is extraordinary or unusual within the natural world.

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Related Concepts

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1. supernatural: Related concept that refers to anything that exists or occurs beyond the natural world, often involving the intervention of gods, spirits, or other supernatural beings.

2. paranormal: Related concept that refers to phenomena that are beyond normal scientific explanation, often involving psychic or spiritual abilities.

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Culture

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In literature, 'preternatural' is often used to describe supernatural or otherworldly occurrences, such as in the works of Edgar Allan Poe and H.P. Lovecraft. In art, it can refer to depictions of the fantastical or surreal.

How to Memorize "preternaturally"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a scene where something extraordinary or beyond normal occurs, such as a person with extraordinary abilities or a supernatural creature.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'preternatural' with the concept of the extraordinary or the supernatural.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the acronym 'P-R-E-T-E-R-N-A-T-U-R-A-L' to remember the definition: 'P' for 'Beyond', 'R' for 'or', 'E' for 'Extra', 'T' for 'ordinary', 'N' for 'or', 'A' for 'Abilities', 'T' for 'o show', 'U' for 'Unique', 'R' for 'qualities', and 'A' for 'and'. 'L' for 'Levels' can also be added to remember the different degrees of preternatural abilities or occurrences.

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