Metaphysical

Pronunciation: /ˌmɛtəˈfɪzɪkəl/

Metaphysical (adjective)

  1. Connected to ideas about existence, reality, and the nature of things beyond the physical world.
  2. Describing theories or ideas that explore what is beyond the physical and observable.

Examples

  • The discussion focused on metaphysical aspects of existence.
  • They debated various metaphysical theories of the universe.

Common collocations: metaphysical reality, metaphysical questions, metaphysical ideas, metaphysical inquiry

Synonyms of Metaphysical

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Metaphysical

  • Referring to the tangible and material world.