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telestic

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /tɪˈlɛstɪk/

KK: /tɪˈlɛstɪk/

adjective
Definition

Related to religious secrets or mysteries, often used in a spiritual or mystical context.


Example

The telestic rituals were shrouded in secrecy and only known to a select few.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever read anything about telestic beliefs in different cultures?
Sloth B
Not really, what does it involve?
Sloth A
It's all about the religious mysteries and how they shape people's views.
Sloth B
That sounds fascinating! I'd love to learn more about those mysteries.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mystical
sacred
esoteric
Antonyms
mundane
ordinary
profane
Root Explanation

Telestic is derived from the Greek root "telein" (meaning to complete or fulfill) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to). The word "telestic" refers to something that is related to completion or fulfillment, particularly in a spiritual or ritual context.

Memory Tip

Think of 'completing' something ('telein') to remember that 'telestic' relates to the idea of fulfillment or completion.

Visually Confused Words
eleatic
elastic
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