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Unearthly

usgb/ʌnˈɜːrθli/Volume
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Otherworldly Origin

Use 'unearthly' to describe things that feel like they don't belong to this world, suggesting a mysterious origin.

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The ruins had an unearthly glow, as if illuminated by another realm.
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Not Always Scary

'Unearthly' can describe something strange without it being frightening, focusing more on its unusual nature.

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The artist's imagination gave birth to an exhibit filled with unearthly landscapes.
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Use with Caution

When calling something 'unearthly', be aware it can imply something negative unless paired with a positive adjective.

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She had an unearthly charm that was both captivating and disconcerting.
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