subnatural

/sʌbˈnætʃrəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

beyond or beneath the natural order or world; supernatural or paranormal.

“The ancient myths were often associated with the subnatural, where magic and wonder coexisted with human experience.”

2. noun

the supernatural or paranormal, especially in terms of its relation to the natural world.

“The study of the subnatural has become a popular field of research in modern academia.”

Synonyms

  • paranormal
  • preternatural
  • supernatural

Antonyms

  • mundane
  • natural