Definition

Describing something that does not have a physical body or form, often used in reference to spirits or souls.

Example

Many believe in discarnate beings that exist beyond the physical world.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about the concept of discarnate beings?

Yeah, I've read some stories about spirits without bodies.

It's fascinating to think about how a discarnate spirit might interact with the physical world.

Totally! I wonder what it would be like to experience that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Discarnate → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "carnatus" (from "caro", meaning flesh). The word describes a state of being apart from the flesh, or without a physical body.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'apart' ('dis-') from 'flesh' ('carnatus') — that's why discarnate refers to a state of being without a physical body.

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