superhuman

adjective

su·​per·​hu·​man ˌsü-pər-ˈhyü-mən How to pronounce superhuman (audio)
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Synonyms of superhumannext
1
: being above the human : divine
superhuman beings
2
: exceeding normal human power, size, or capability : herculean
a superhuman effort
superhuman strength
also : having such power, size, or capability
superhumanity
ˌsü-pər-hyü-ˈma-nə-tē How to pronounce superhuman (audio)
-yü-
noun
superhumanly
ˌsü-pər-ˈhyü-mən-lē How to pronounce superhuman (audio)
-ˈyü-
adverb
superhumanness
ˌsü-pər-ˈhyü-mən-nəs How to pronounce superhuman (audio)
noun

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The character in the film acquires superhuman powers. It will take a superhuman effort for them to win the championship.
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Asics Novablast 6 Sneaker Energetic and highly cushioned, with neutral support, Asics’ Novablast 6 is the perfect introductory road-running shoe for folks not interested in chasing speed or superhuman distance. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026 Breen also emphasized that Heath, the film’s protagonist, is different from his other heroes, who tend to have superhuman abilities. — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026 For some interpreters, the gods’ superhuman forms are a sign for Hindus to acknowledge the power of these supernatural beings. — Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026 The other problem is that hackers are exploiting AI to uncover new software vulnerabilities and infiltrate networks at a superhuman rate. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for superhuman

Word History

First Known Use

1599, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of superhuman was in 1599

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“Superhuman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/superhuman. Accessed 3 Sep. 2026.

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superhuman

adjective
su·​per·​hu·​man ˌsü-pər-ˈhyü-mən How to pronounce superhuman (audio)
-ˈyü-
1
: being above the human : divine
superhuman beings
2
: going beyond normal human power, size, or capability
a superhuman effort
superhumanly adverb
superhumanness noun
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