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- Dictionaryparanormal/ˌparəˈnɔːml/
adjective
- 1. denoting events or phenomena such as telekinesis or clairvoyance that are beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding: "a mystic who can prove he has paranormal powers"
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PARANORMAL definition: 1. impossible to explain by known natural forces or by science: 2. all the things that are…. Learn more.
The term paranormal has existed in the English language since at least 1920. The word consists of two parts: para and normal. The definition implies that the scientific explanation of the world around us is normal and anything that is above, beyond, or contrary to that is para.
The meaning of PARANORMAL is not scientifically explainable : supernatural. How to use paranormal in a sentence.
Paranormal definition: of or relating to the claimed occurrence of an event or perception without scientific explanation, as psychokinesis, extrasensory perception, or other purportedly supernatural phenomena.. See examples of PARANORMAL used in a sentence.
paranormal, term commonly applied to experiences or events that seem unusual or unnatural. Those who experience paranormal events often attribute them to magical, supernatural, or folkloric origins while disregarding the steps normally taken to attain rational scientific explanations.
PARANORMAL meaning: 1. impossible to explain by known natural forces or by science: 2. all the things that are…. Learn more.
adjective. not in accordance with scientific laws. “what seemed to be paranormal manifestations” synonyms: unnatural. not in accordance with or determined by nature; contrary to nature. parapsychological. beyond normal physical explanation. psychic, psychical. outside the sphere of physical science. psychokinetic.
