Definition

The skill or practice of gaining information about a person or event by touching or being close to an object.

Example

She used psychometry to learn about the history of the old ring.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of psychometry?

Yeah, I read about it in a book once. It's quite fascinating!

I find it amazing how someone can sense information just by touching an object.

Exactly! It makes you wonder what stories each item could tell.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Psychometry → It is formed from "psyche" (from Greek "ψυχή", meaning soul or mind) and "metron" (from Greek "μέτρον", meaning measure). The word refers to the ability to measure or perceive information about a person or object through the mind or soul.

Memory Tip

Think of 'psyche' as relating to the mind or soul, and 'metron' as measuring something — this helps you remember that psychometry is about measuring or perceiving through the mind.

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