Meaning of the word preternatural in English
What does preternatural mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
preternatural
US /ˌpriː.t̬ɚˈnætʃ.ɚ.əl/
UK /ˌpriː.təˈnætʃ.ər.əl/
Adjective
beyond what is normal or natural; supernatural
Example:
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The child displayed a preternatural ability to play the piano at a very young age.
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There was a preternatural silence in the forest, as if all creatures were holding their breath.