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transcendent

[/trænˈsɛndənt/]
adjective
transcendente
1. Beyond the limits of ordinary experience; surpassing the usual or expected
The beauty of the sunset was transcendent.
A beleza do pôr do sol era transcendente.
2. In philosophy, beyond the scope of human knowledge or experience; beyond the material world
Transcendent reality cannot be fully understood by the human mind.
A realidade transcendente não pode ser completamente compreendida pela mente humana.
3. Superior to or surpassing others; supreme or preeminent
Her transcendent talent made her stand out among all the musicians.
Seu talento transcendente a destacava entre todos os músicos.
NYC Slang
off the charts, next level, out of this world
Synonyms
sublimesupremeextraordinaryexaltedsuperiormetaphysicalspiritual
Antonyms
immanentordinarymundaneearthlymaterialcommon

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
transcendente
Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts
São Paulo
transcendente
Common in academic and philosophical discourse
Portugal
transcendente
Used in formal and philosophical contexts; may use 'sublime' for more poetic effect

Related Idioms & Phrases

transcendent experience
transcendent beauty
transcendent consciousness
beyond the mundane
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