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metaphysical - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'metaphysical' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Metaphysical [ a.]
- Of or pertaining to metaphysics.
- According to rules or principles of metaphysics; as, metaphysical reasoning.
- Preternatural or supernatural.

Meaning of 'metaphysical' (Princeton's WordNet)

1 . metaphysical [ a]
Meaning (1):
- pertaining to or of the nature of metaphysics
Example in sentence:
  • metaphysical philosophy
2 . metaphysical [ s]
Meaning (2):
- transcending physical matter or the laws of nature
Example in sentence:
  • metaphysical forces
Meaning (3):
- highly abstract and overly theoretical
Example in sentence:
  • metaphysical reasoning