supernormal
Exceeding the average
Supernormal means above or beyond what is normal—exceeding typical standards or capacities.
The word appears in psychology for abilities or phenomena that surpass ordinary human function: supernormal stimuli, supernormal perception.
Unlike supernatural, supernormal suggests an extension of natural capabilities rather than something outside nature entirely.
Disturbingly strange
- unsettlingCausing unease or discomfort
- otherworldlySeemingly not earthly
- strangeUnusual or unfamiliar
- surrealDreamlike and strange
preternatural · inexplicable · bizarre · mysterious · peculiar · spooky · unnatural · freaky
Notably above the norm
- remarkableWorthy of attention
- phenomenalExceptionally impressive or unusual
- astonishingCausing great wonder
- prodigiousExtraordinarily great in extent
incredible · astounding · wondrous · uncommon · singular · unparalleled · unprecedented · outstanding
One claiming supernatural perception
- telepathyDirect mental communication
- clairvoyanceExtrasensory perception ability
- extrasensoryBeyond ordinary perception
- ESPParanormal mental faculty
precognition · telekinesis · medium · seance · channelling · aura · psi · parapsychology
Powered champion against evil
- metahumanBeing with superpowers
- superpowerDominant nation or magical ability
- superstrengthExceptional physical power
- invulnerableImmune to all harm
godlike · omnipotent · indestructible · immortal · invincible · superintelligent · superfast · titanic
Of hidden spiritual significance
- enlightenmentProfound spiritual awakening
- nirvanaRelease from cyclical existence
- satoriSudden spiritual awakening
- spiritualRelating to the soul
cosmic · metaphysical · ethereal · sublime · esoteric · transcendence · awakening · zen
Made larger than reality
- instinctualDriven by natural impulse
- behavioralRelating to conduct
- stimulusWhat prompts a reaction
- evolutionaryPertaining to gradual biological change
amplified · intensified · triggering · overriding · hyperreal
Supernatural occurrence beyond explanation
- divineOf or from gods
- healingRestoration of health
- saintlyMorally pure, devout
- propheticForetelling future events
revelation · beatific · resurrection · stigmata · apparition · sanctity · veneration · intercession
eerie
Disturbingly strange
- unsettlingCausing unease or discomfort
- otherworldlySeemingly not earthly
- strangeUnusual or unfamiliar
surreal · preternatural · inexplicable · bizarre · mysterious · peculiar · spooky · unnatural · freaky · creepy
exceptional
Notably above the norm
- remarkableWorthy of attention
- phenomenalExceptionally impressive or unusual
- astonishingCausing great wonder
prodigious · incredible · astounding · wondrous · uncommon · singular · unparalleled · unprecedented · outstanding · atypical
psychic
One claiming supernatural perception
- telepathyDirect mental communication
- clairvoyanceExtrasensory perception ability
- extrasensoryBeyond ordinary perception
ESP · precognition · telekinesis · medium · seance · channelling · aura · psi · parapsychology · premonition
superhero
Powered champion against evil
- metahumanBeing with superpowers
- superpowerDominant nation or magical ability
- superstrengthExceptional physical power
invulnerable · godlike · omnipotent · indestructible · immortal · invincible · superintelligent · superfast · titanic · colossal
mystical
Of hidden spiritual significance
- enlightenmentProfound spiritual awakening
- nirvanaRelease from cyclical existence
- satoriSudden spiritual awakening
spiritual · cosmic · metaphysical · ethereal · sublime · esoteric · transcendence · awakening · zen · meditation
exaggerated
Made larger than reality
- instinctualDriven by natural impulse
- behavioralRelating to conduct
- stimulusWhat prompts a reaction
evolutionary · amplified · intensified · triggering · overriding · hyperreal
miracle
Supernatural occurrence beyond explanation
prophetic · revelation · beatific · resurrection · stigmata · apparition · sanctity · veneration · intercession · wonderworking
supernormalsubnormal
Below typical levels
substandard · subpar · deficient · inferior · underdeveloped
supernormalnatural
Not artificially produced
mundane · earthly · material · physical · explicable
supernormalnormal
Conforming to standard
ordinary · average · typical · commonplace · unremarkable
normal, super, abnormal, supernatural, superlative, paranormal, subnormal