hyperphysical

[ hahy-per-fiz-i-kuhl ]

adjective

1. being above or beyond the physical; immaterial; supernatural.

hyperphysical

/ ˌhaɪpəˈfɪzɪkəl /

adjective

1. beyond the physical; supernatural or immaterial

Derived Forms

• ˌhyperˈphysically, adverb

Other Words From

• hyper·physi·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of hyperphysical¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; hyper- + physical

Example Sentences

Hyperphysical, hī-per-fiz′ik-al, adj. beyond physical laws: supernatural.

From Project Gutenberg

These are but some of the disparate images conjured in Jacques Heim’s latest dance piece, “Fearful Symmetries,” for his hyperphysical Los Angeles troupe, Diavolo.

From New York Times

Tracks like the dynamic opener, English Boy, showcase Townshend's talent for mixing metaphysical lyrics with hyperphysical music.

From Time Magazine Archive

You quote instances of the hyperphysical and hysterical.

From Project Gutenberg

And according to some metaphysicians, it is by an act of the mind, similar to perception, except in not being preceded by any sensation, that the existence of God, the soul, and other hyperphysical objects, is recognized.

From Project Gutenberg