supernormal

Coined from super- +‎ normal between 1865 and 1870.^[1]

• IPA^(key): /ˌsupəɹˈnɔɹm(ə)l/

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supernormal (comparative more supernormal, superlative most supernormal)

1. Beyond what is normal; exceeding the average or the point of reference.

   Antonym: subnormal

   Near-synonym: above average

   Supernormal employment.

   Supernormal production.

2. Paranormal, supernatural.
   • 1996, Jess Byron Hollenback, Mysticism: Experience, Response, and Empowerment:

     For example, why is it that supernormal phenomena so often accompany mystical experiences?

3. (default logic, of a default) Both categorical and normal.

supernormal (plural supernormals)

1. Supernormal phenomena, considered collectively. [from 19th c.]
2. (science fiction) A being with extraordinary powers, as compared to the norm for their species. [from 20th c.]
   • 1935, Olaf Stapledon, Odd John, Gollancz, published 2012, page 124:

     Not long after John told me of his efforts to make contact with other supernormals he took me into his confidence about his plans for the future.

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