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Meaning of unearthly
The primary meaning of the word "unearthly" is something that is beyond the normal or ordinary, often having a supernatural or paranormal quality.
Etymology of unearthly
The word "unearthly" has its roots in Old English and Middle English, where "un-" meant "not" and "earthly" referred to things of this world.
Historically, the term has been used to describe things that are beyond human understanding or experience, often with connotations of the spiritual or supernatural.
Synonyms
supernatural
paranormal
ghostly
spooky
eerie
otherworldly
heavenly
divine
ethereal
spiritual
mystical
arcane
magical
occult
weird
strange
bizarre
fantastic
extraordinary
inexplicable
mysterious
enigmatic
uncanny
phantom
spectral
eerie
hair-raising
spine-tingling
blood-curdling
Definitions
- Oxford Languages defines "unearthly" as not of this world; supernatural or paranormal, or extremely good or beautiful.
- * It can also refer to something that is unnatural or unexplainable by ordinary standards.
Usage Examples
- The fireworks display was unearthly, filling the sky with colors and patterns that seemed almost supernatural.
- * The singer's voice was unearthly, soaring to heights that seemed impossible for a human.
- * The landscape of the desert at night was unearthly, with stars shining brightly in the dark sky.