Word of the Day: Preternatural

Definition:
1. Very unusual in a way that does not seem natural
2. Existing outside of nature
3. Exceeding what is natural or regular
4. Inexplicable by ordinary means

Examples:
1. "wits trained to preternatural acuteness by the debates" — G. L. ****inson
2. "preternatural phenomena"
3. "She has a preternatural ability to charm people."
4. "There was a preternatural quiet in the house."