supernal

[ soo-pur-nl ]

adjective

1. being in or belonging to the heaven of divine beings; heavenly, celestial, or divine.
2. lofty; of more than earthly or human excellence, powers, etc.
3. being on high or in the sky or visible heavens.

supernal

/ suːˈpɜːnəl; sjuː- /

adjective

1. of or from the world of the divine; celestial
2. of or emanating from above or from the sky

Derived Forms

• suˈpernally, adverb

Other Words From

• su·pernal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of supernal¹

1475–85; < Middle French < Latin supern ( us ) upper + -ālis -al ¹

Word History and Origins

Origin of supernal¹

C15: from Medieval Latin supernālis, from Latin supernus that is on high, from super above

Example Sentences

Celibacy was accounted as a supernal virtue, and the marriage of a priest was deemed a lasting disgrace.

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These supernal intrigues are, in the play, no more than hinted at in the way of metaphor.

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In the superior world it is called Binah, the Supernal Understanding which reflects to the emanations that are beneath.

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In a manner, she is also the Supernal Mother herself—that is to say, she is the bright reflection.

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The supernal light, visible to all save Douglas, faded away, and Eberstein stepped forward silently to close the tired eyes.

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