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psychical

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈsaɪkɪkəl/

KK: /ˈsaɪkɪkəl/

adjective
Definition

Relating to the mind or mental processes, often involving phenomena that are beyond the physical world.


Example

Some people believe in psychical abilities, such as telepathy and clairvoyance.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how our thoughts can affect our mood?
Sloth B
Definitely! It's interesting how psychical well-being plays a role in our daily lives.
Sloth A
Right? I feel like if we focus on positive thoughts, it can really change our perspective.
Sloth B
Exactly, it’s all about finding that balance between the mental and physical aspects.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mental
psychic
spiritual
Antonyms
physical
material
corporeal
Root Explanation

Psychical → It is formed from "psych-" (from Greek "psukhē", meaning soul or mind) and "-ical" (meaning pertaining to). The word "psychical" refers to something that pertains to the mind or soul.

Memory Tip

Think of 'psych-' relating to the 'mind' or 'soul' — and '-ical' means pertaining to. This helps you remember that 'psychical' refers to matters related to the mind.

Visually Confused Words
apsychical
biopsychical
apsychia
polypsychical
parapsychical
metapsychical
synarchical
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