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
The movie is a metaphysical mystery, a sort of American gothic in which a warm and inviting old suburban house becomes the shivery site of a haunting, a confinement, and a menace.
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Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 17 Jan. 2025
Given the baroque language of the text, not to mention the metaphysical events within the narrative itself, Dieter’s exact exploits remain open for interpretation.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Feb. 2025
As in Dante, the metaphysical landscape is taken seriously and is carefully documented, as if the reader might someday go there and need to know the rules.
—Elisa Gonzalez, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
Get witchy Looking for something more metaphysical?
—Kale Williams, Axios, 30 Jan. 2025
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Richard Brody, The New Yorker, 17 Jan. 2025
Given the baroque language of the text, not to mention the metaphysical events within the narrative itself, Dieter’s exact exploits remain open for interpretation.
—Ben Travers, IndieWire, 7 Feb. 2025
As in Dante, the metaphysical landscape is taken seriously and is carefully documented, as if the reader might someday go there and need to know the rules.
—Elisa Gonzalez, The New Yorker, 3 Feb. 2025
Get witchy Looking for something more metaphysical?
—Kale Williams, Axios, 30 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for metaphysical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for metaphysical
Adjective
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This isn’t just theoretical—Ben & Jerry’s founders have openly discussed buying back the brand from Unilever.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
20 Mar. 2025
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The best theoretical fit thus far is known as the Lambda CDM model, which incorporates both a weakly interacting cold dark matter and dark energy.—
Jennifer Ouellette,
Ars Technica,
19 Mar. 2025
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The film represents a bold examination of the overseas Filipino worker experience, using supernatural horror as a lens to explore the emotional toll of migration.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
19 Mar. 2025
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The trailer soon shows just how those supernatural entities unfold, beginning with a sighting of two dogs in the forest that stand still in their tracks, as if frozen in time.—
Jen Juneau,
People.com,
19 Mar. 2025
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Braver souls can take a special paranormal investigation tour with ghost-hunting equipment. 2476 San Diego Ave., San Diego.—
Abby Hamblin,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 Mar. 2025
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The store stocks science fiction, paranormal, fantasy, young adult, along with contemporary titles, sports, Westerns and more.—
Erik Pedersen,
Orange County Register,
15 Mar. 2025
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Facts and figures alone fail to inspire, but stories humanize data, making abstract concepts relatable and emotionally engaging.—
Brent Gleeson,
Forbes,
21 Mar. 2025
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He is known for his colorful blend of Eastern and Western painting styles, abstract sculptures and ink paintings.—
The Editors of ARTnews,
ARTnews.com,
20 Mar. 2025
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Like Lynch, Coulson was an enthusiastic practitioner of transcendental meditation, which Green was also persuaded to try.—
Pat Saperstein,
Variety,
14 Mar. 2025
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The collection was crafted using dreamy textiles including chiffon, organza and satin—essential in the creation of a transcendental atmosphere, with each look practically floating down the runway.—
Elizabeth Grace Coyne,
Forbes,
5 Mar. 2025
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But nine months in, except for releasing broad, conceptual artists’ renderings to neighborhood groups, HP Village — rebranded last year at The Village Collection — has yet to submit even preliminary plans to City Hall or the City Plan Commission.—
Eric Adler,
Kansas City Star,
21 Mar. 2025
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Unlike regular magazines, Billboard Artist is a large-format, unbound conceptual edition where each page feels like a collectible poster.—
Billboard Korea,
Billboard,
18 Mar. 2025
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These comprise intarsia designs, which frequently telegraph Oddi’s escapist approach and evoke her seasonal traveling themes or mystical inspirations.—
Sandra Salibian,
WWD,
21 Mar. 2025
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Neptune was last in Aries from 1862-1875 which helped fuel radical reinvention through war, liberation, and spiritual awakening, seen in the U.S. Civil War, abolition, industrial expansion, and the rise of mystical movements.—
Colin Bedell,
Them,
20 Mar. 2025
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Williamson said earlier this week that his hamstring is completely healed, but his mental state remains a work in progress.—
oregonlive,
oregonlive,
13 Apr. 2023
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Sign up That Torrance pushed Vial and Eduardo to such mental anguish does not surprise immigrant-justice advocates.—
María Inés Taracena,
The New Republic,
12 Apr. 2023
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“Metaphysical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/metaphysical. Accessed 29 Mar. 2025.
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