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transcendent

adjectiveformalcommon/tɾɐ̃ʃẽˈdẽtɨ/trans·cen·den·te

Definition

1

That which transcends, goes beyond the limits of ordinary experience or the physical world; of a superior or spiritual nature.

Usage examples

The search for a transcendent truth is a recurring theme in philosophy.
The mystical experience was described as something transcendent and ineffable.

Common combinations

transcendent realitytranscendent valuetranscendent experiencetranscendent being