superhuman
word
Definition
Having abilities, strength, or qualities far greater than those of an ordinary human being.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used for physical or mental abilities beyond human limits, both literally (e.g., superheroes) and figuratively (e.g., 'superhuman effort'). Most common as an adjective. Sometimes used in sci-fi or fantasy.
Spanish: sobrehumanoPortuguese (BR): sobre-humano - super-humanoPortuguese (PT): sobre-humano - super-humanoChinese (Simplified): 超人的Chinese (Traditional): 超人的Hindi: अलौकिक - अतिमानवीयArabic: فوق بشريBengali: অতিমানবীয় - মানবাতীতRussian: сверхчеловеческий - нечеловеческийJapanese: 超人的Vietnamese: siêu nhân - phi thườngKorean: 초인적인Turkish: insanüstüUrdu: مافوقِ انسان - فوق البشرIndonesian: supermanusia - luar biasa (kemampuan/tahanan)
Example Sentences
The hero has superhuman strength.
basic
It took a superhuman effort to finish the project on time.
basic
She showed superhuman patience with the children.
basic
His recovery after the accident was almost superhuman.
natural
No one expected a superhuman performance from someone so young.
natural
Sometimes, achieving your dreams takes superhuman dedication.
natural