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
- otherworldliness noun
Etymology
Origin of otherworldly
1870–75; other world + -ly
Example Sentences
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The result was otherworldly, but also rooted in a sound associated with riding the Southern California waves.
From Los Angeles Times
Based on the manga by Mokumokuren, the fantasy horror series probes what happens when a rural teen named Hikaru is fatally injured . . . but then returns when an otherworldly being possesses his corpse and memories.
From Salon
The creative duo recently launched Incident, a new experimental entertainment company dedicated to these otherworldly projects.
From Los Angeles Times
“He’s almost otherworldly when it comes to that,” the coach said.
From Los Angeles Times
Berry uses a blend of instruments — including saxophones, synthesizers and sound bowls — to craft the otherworldly, moody score.
From Los Angeles Times
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