Definition

Relating to a person who claims to communicate with spirits or the dead, often in a spiritualistic context.

Example

The mediumistic abilities of the woman amazed everyone at the séance.

Conversation

Have you ever met someone with mediumistic abilities?

No, I haven't, but it sounds fascinating!

I read a book about a woman who had mediumistic experiences.

That must have been intriguing; I’d love to hear more about it!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Mediumistic → It is formed from "medium" (from Latin *medium*, meaning middle or intermediate) and "-istic" (a suffix used to form adjectives meaning pertaining to). The word "mediumistic" refers to something that pertains to or is characteristic of a medium, especially in the context of spiritualism or communication with spirits.

Memory Tip

Think of 'medium' as something that is 'in the middle' or 'intermediate' — and the '-istic' means it relates to that. So, mediumistic describes things related to being a medium.

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