transcendence

noun

tran·​scen·​dence tran(t)-ˈsen-dən(t)s How to pronounce transcendence (audio)
: the quality or state of being transcendent

Examples of transcendence in a Sentence

makes a case for the transcendence of Louis Armstrong's contributions to the field of jazz
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Toward the end, their movements evolved into expressive gestures, symbolizing emotional transcendence and the fluidity of human connection. Tianwei Zhang, Footwear News, 1 Apr. 2025 This is not wisdom but an acceptance of human nature that can lead to a transcendence from materialism. Mark Swed, Los Angeles Times, 12 Mar. 2025 Neptune, the planet of dreams, illusions and mysticism, is home in Pisces — transiting this zodiac sign since 2011 — amplifying these otherworldly qualities, while evoking a desire for escapism, spirituality and the pursuit of transcendence. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 19 Mar. 2025 But whereas these artists focused in their work on perception and transcendence, Eversley became an artist after leaving his engineering job at Wyle Laboratories, which provided services to the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and he was engaged in a different project. Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 18 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for transcendence

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First Known Use

1601, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of transcendence was in 1601

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“Transcendence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transcendence. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.

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transcendence

noun
tran·​scen·​dence tran(t)s-ˈen-dən(t)s How to pronounce transcendence (audio)
: the quality or state of being transcendent

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