superphysical

American  

[soo-per-fiz-i-kuhl] / ˌsu pərˈfɪz ɪ kəl /

adjective

1. above or beyond what is physical; hyperphysical.

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superphysical British  

/ ˌsuːpəˈfɪzɪkəl /

adjective

1. not explained by the known physical laws and phenomena; supernatural

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Etymology

Origin of superphysical

First recorded in 1595–1605; super- + physical

Example Sentences

I recently had an audition for a historical piece that required superphysical acting.

From New York Times • Apr. 21, 2022

STEIN: The Rockets, in truth, took some cues from the Cavaliers in assembling a team of like-sized players who could switch everything defensively and make the Warriors uncomfortable by getting superphysical with them.

From New York Times • May 31, 2018

For my own part, and basing my opinion on my own experiences with other forms of the superphysical, with regard to the success of exorcism I am sceptical.

From Werwolves by O'Donnell, Elliott

When I recovered, the dawn was breaking and all evidences of the superphysical had disappeared.

From Byways of Ghost-Land by O'Donnell, Elliott

But whereas in some countries the werwolf is considered wholly physical, in others it is looked upon as partly, if not entirely, superphysical.

From Werwolves by O'Donnell, Elliott