paranormal — relating to events or phenomena that are beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: relating to events or phenomena that are beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌpærəˈnɔːrməl/
Korean meaning: 과학적으로 설명하기 어려운, 초자연적인
Korean pronunciation: 패러**노**멀
Example Sentences
- The ghost hunters spent all night looking for paranormal evidence, but only found a very hungry cat in the attic.
- Scientists remain skeptical about paranormal claims without empirical evidence.
- The TV show about paranormal investigations became so popular that even skeptics started watching it for entertainment.
paranormal
ADJECTIVE//ˌpærəˈnɔːrməl//
relating to events or phenomena that are beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding
a ghost hunter holds an electronic device that beeps frantically while pointing it toward empty air. Suddenly, books begin floating off shelves by themselves and furniture starts sliding across the room without any visible cause. The detective's equipment registers strong readings but shows no logical source for the activity. A second investigator watches in shock as a chair moves past them through the air. events occurring beyond the scope of normal scientific understanding
Para looks normal while paranormal chaos swirls around!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
A relatively modern word coined in the 1920s, combining the Greek prefix 'para-' meaning 'beside' or 'beyond' with the Latin-derived word 'normal' meaning 'according to rule.'
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📝Examples
“The ghost hunters spent all night looking for paranormal evidence, but only found a very hungry cat in the attic.”
“Scientists remain skeptical about paranormal claims without empirical evidence.”
“The TV show about paranormal investigations became so popular that even skeptics started watching it for entertainment.”
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