Corporeal
(adjective)
- Of or relating to the physical body as opposed to the mind or spirit.
- Material; tangible; having physical form.
Origin:
Derived from the latin word 'corpus' meaning 'body.'.
Examples:
- The scientist was studying the corporeal effects of prolonged exposure to low-gravity environments.
- Many people believe that the soul is immortal while the corporeal body is temporary.
- The dancer's movements were graceful and seemed to defy the laws of corporeal physics.
- The artist's works often explore the relationship between the corporeal and spiritual realms.
- After surviving a near-death experience, the man claimed to have a newfound appreciation for the fleeting nature of corporeal existence.