English word paranormal comes from English normal, English para-
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| normal | English (en) | (geometry) a line or vector that is perpendicular to another line, surface, or plane.. (slang, countable) a person who is normal, who fits into mainstream society, as opposed to those who live alternative lifestyles.. (uncountable) the usual state. (algebra, of a field extension of a field K) which is the splitting field of a family of polynomials in K. (algebra, of a subgroup) with cosets [...] |
| para- | English (en) | Forming words relating to disability sport (obsolete, not productive) to guard against, to avert, to shield from; to provide protection against, defence from Parachute. (organic chemistry) In isomeric benzene derivatives, having the two substituents in opposite positions (compare ortho- and meta-.). Abnormal, incorrect. Above, beyond. Beside, near, alongside. Resembling. |
| paranormal | English (en) | That (ostensibly) cannot be explained by what scientists know; supernatural; especially of or pertaining to ghosts, spirits, and hypothesized abilities like telepathy. A person to whom paranormal powers are attributed. |