superhuman
Americanadjective
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above or beyond what is human; having a higher nature or greater powers than humans have.
a superhuman being.
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exceeding ordinary human power, achievement, experience, etc..
a superhuman effort.
adjective
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having powers above and beyond those of mankind
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exceeding normal human ability or experience
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Etymology
Origin of superhuman
From the New Latin word superhūmānus, dating back to 1625–35. See super-, human
Example Sentences
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In November, it changed its corporate name to Superhuman, reflecting what it called its “mission ... to unlock the superhuman potential in everyone.”
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 17, 2026
Julia Angwin, an investigative journalist whose persona was one of those used in the feature, has filed a class-action federal lawsuit in the US against Superhuman and Grammarly.
From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026
Unfortunately, industry executives say Superhuman is sparsely traded, with bids well below $15 a share.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 30, 2026
In the promo for “Babylon,” the team of composers known as Superhuman created a Jazz Age-influenced interpretation of David Bowie’s “Fame” that’s almost as nutty as the film itself.
From New York Times • Jan. 6, 2023
When his sister steps to the Crystal Ball, her talent starts off as Fitness and becomes Superhuman Athleticism.
From "Amari and the Night Brothers" by B.B. Alston
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