Definitions

1. noun

a divine influence or a supernatural force believed to guide or influence human actions

“The artist believed that her muse was a numen that guided her creative process.”

2. noun

a divine or supernatural being or entity, especially in ancient Roman religion

“The Romans believed that the numen of the gods was present in all aspects of life.”

3. noun

a mysterious or obscure power or influence

“The strange occurrence was attributed to an unknown numen at work.”