otherworldly
Americanadjective
adjective
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of or relating to the spiritual or imaginative world
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impractical or unworldly
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of otherworldly
1870–75; other world + -ly
Example Sentences
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Now, “Luna” is tender and otherworldly, drenched in the high drama and glamour that San Cha so loves.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 2, 2026
It was at times otherworldly, in moments psychedelic, and while there were scenes in which I felt fear, there were also others in which I laughed.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 18, 2026
It wasn't just their deeds on the pitch that felt otherworldly, though.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
From there it opens up, like a flower bud warming to summer, with acoustic guitar strumming, a gentle rhythm section and a gospel choir echoing with otherworldly lightness.
From Salon ● Aug. 29, 2026
But soon afterward the fog began to glow with an otherworldly light, and she shivered in its damp chill.
From "Ash" by Malinda Lo
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