Definition

Relating to the ability to communicate thoughts or feelings directly from one person's mind to another's without using any known human senses.

Example

Some people believe in telepathic communication between twins.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how telepathic communication might work?

I find it fascinating! Imagine being able to send thoughts directly to someone.

Right? It would change how we interact completely.

Totally! But I wonder if it would make conversations less personal.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Telepathic → It is formed from "tele-" (from Greek "tēle", meaning far off or at a distance) and "pathos" (from Greek, meaning feeling or suffering). The word "telepathic" refers to the ability to communicate feelings or thoughts over a distance without using the known senses.

Memory Tip

Imagine communicating feelings or thoughts 'from afar' ('tele-') — that's what telepathic means.

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