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superessential

superessential

9.9
Existing beyond the basic nature of something in religion and philosophy
  • adjective
  • /ˌsuːpərɪˈsɛnʃəl/
  • Specialized
translation icon : superesencial
  • Of the Divine Nature, he writes that in "the most hidden recesses of its nature it is unknown even to itself, that is, it knows itself in nothing because it is infinite and supernatural (that is, above nature), and superessential (above being), and beyond everything that can and cannot be understood."

Examples

  • Many theologians argue that the divine must be considered superessential, transcending our limited understanding of existence.

  • The idea of the superessential challenges us to think beyond the basic essence of reality, exploring deeper philosophical questions.

  • In his writings, the philosopher described the concept of the superessential as something that exists beyond all comprehension.

Synonyms

transcendent
vssuperessential
31 8.8

Far beyond normal limits in experience, knowledge, or quality

emphasizes going beyond essence rather than general superiority
metaphysical
vssuperessential
  • Formal
23 9.4

About the basic nature of reality and things you cannot see or touch

focuses on going beyond essential nature rather than studying existence
transcendental
vssuperessential
  • Specialized
9.9

A concept beyond ordinary experience and understanding

is about surpassing essential nature not just exceeding experience limits
supramundane
vssuperessential
9.9

Existing beyond the physical world and not able to be seen or touched

refers to transcending essential nature rather than only leaving the physical
transmundane
vssuperessential
  • Literature
9.9

Beyond the physical world and normal human experience

focuses on surpassing essential nature rather than implying supernatural forces

How Metaphysical

superessential
  • Specialized
9.9
transcendent
31 8.8
essential
537 1.9
natural
660 1.0
concrete
206 3.9

Surface Forms

superessential positive

Morphology

superessential = essential (semi-transparent) = super + essential

Formally compositional ('super-' + 'essential'), but the philosophical sense 'beyond essence' is specialized and may not be inferable to average learners.

Etymology

Superessential combines super- 'above' and essential 'what something is' or 'its basic nature'. So in philosophy or religion it describes something that is beyond the normal essence of a thing, 'above' its usual being.