Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

preterhuman

Adjective

/ˌprɛtərˈhjuːmən/

Definition

Referring to something that exists or occurs beyond human experience or understanding.

Examples

The preterhuman nature of the entity left the scientists baffled.
Some philosophies speculate about preterhuman consciousness that surpasses human comprehension.

Meaning

The term combines ‘preter,’ which means beyond, and ‘human,’ indicating a state or being that transcends traditional human qualities or characteristics.