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psychic

adjective · noun

Simple meaning

Someone who have, or appears to have, extra-sensory abilities such as precognition, clairvoyance, and telepathy….

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sykik

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ˈsaɪkɪk

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Definition

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adjective

  1. Relating to or having the abilities of a psychic.

  2. Relating to the psyche or mind, or to mental activity in general.

noun

  1. A person who possesses, or appears to possess, extra-sensory abilities such as precognition, clairvoyance, and telepathy, or who appears to be susceptible to paranormal or supernatural influences.

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  • “She believes a psychic can tell her about the future.”

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Synonyms

adjective

Sense: relating to or having the abilities of a psychic

noun

Sense: person who possesses or or appears to possess

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