supernaturalistic
Definition
Adjective: 1. Relating to or characteristic of supernaturalism: Pertaining to the belief in or doctrine of supernatural agencies, influences, or phenomena that are beyond scientific understanding or the laws of nature.
Usage
The adjective "supernaturalistic" is used to describe beliefs, explanations, narratives, or artistic works that invoke or are based on supernatural forces, entities, or events. It often implies a worldview where the supernatural is accepted as a real and operative principle.
Examples
- The author's supernaturalistic approach to the story involved ghosts influencing the lives of the living.
- Some ancient cultures had a thoroughly supernaturalistic understanding of natural disasters, attributing them to angry deities.
- The painting's supernaturalistic imagery, featuring angels and demons, was intended to convey a spiritual struggle.
Advanced Usage
- In academic discourse: The term can be used in philosophy, theology, and literary criticism to categorize or analyze systems of thought. For example, one might contrast a "naturalistic" explanation for human behavior with a "supernaturalistic" one.
- The debate centered on whether the phenomenon required a naturalistic or a supernaturalistic interpretation.
Variants and Related Words
- Supernaturalism (noun): The belief in supernatural agencies or phenomena; a doctrine based on such belief.
- Supernaturalist (noun): A person who believes in supernaturalism. (Adjective): Having the characteristics of a supernaturalist; synonymous with "supernaturalistic."
- Supernatural (adjective): Of, relating to, or being above or beyond what is natural; unexplainable by natural law.
Synonyms
- Preternatural
- Metaphysical
- Miraculous
- Otherworldly
- Spiritualistic
Antonyms
- Naturalistic
- Materialistic
- Rationalistic
- Secular
- Scientific
Adjective
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of or relating to supernaturalism
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supernaturalist beliefs
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