metaphysical
|met-a-phys-i-cal|
/ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/
beyond physical
Etymology
'metaphysical' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'metaphysika,' where 'meta-' meant 'beyond' and 'physika' meant 'physical things.'
'metaphysika' transformed into the Latin word 'metaphysica,' and eventually became the modern English word 'metaphysical.'
Initially, it meant 'beyond the physical,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to metaphysics or beyond the physical.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to metaphysics, a branch of philosophy that explores the fundamental nature of reality and existence.
The metaphysical questions about the universe have intrigued philosophers for centuries.
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Adjective 2
beyond the physical or material; supernatural or mystical.
The novel explores metaphysical themes of life after death.
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