A transcendent experience is one that takes you out of yourself and convinces you of a larger life or existence; in this sense, it means something close to "spiritual".

TRANSCENDENT definition: going beyond ordinary limits; surpassing; exceeding. See examples of transcendent used in a sentence.

Having transcendent goals beyond our own limited self-interest creates a sense of meaning in our lives.

Something that is transcendent goes beyond normal limits or boundaries, because it is more significant than them. ...the idea of a transcendent God who stood apart from mankind.

Definition of transcendent adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

transcendent (trænˈsɛndənt) adj 1. exceeding or surpassing in degree or excellence

Dec 14, 2025 · transcendent (plural transcendents) That which surpasses or is supereminent; something excellent.

TRANSCENDENT meaning: 1 : going beyond the limits of ordinary experience; 2 : far better or greater than what is usual extraordinary

Transcendent describes something so excellent that it's beyond the range of human understanding.

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