Definition

The ability to communicate thoughts or feelings directly from one person's mind to another without using any of the normal senses.

Example

Some people believe in telepathy, claiming they can send thoughts to each other without speaking.

Conversation

Have you ever wondered if telepathy is real?

I think it could be possible, but there's no proof yet.

Yeah, it would be amazing to communicate without speaking or texting!

Imagine all the secrets we could share through telepathy!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Telepathy → 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 describes the ability to communicate feelings or thoughts over a distance without using the traditional senses.

Memory Tip

Imagine sending your thoughts or feelings 'far away' ('tele-') to someone else, which is what telepathy means.

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