Extrasensory

/ˌɛkstrəˈsɛn·sər·i/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Relating to or denoting perception or abilities beyond the normal human senses.

Many people believe in extrasensory perception, or ESP, which involves receiving information beyond the five senses.

Describing phenomena that cannot be explained by known sensory channels.

The researcher conducted experiments to investigate whether individuals could demonstrate extrasensory abilities.

Characteristic of telepathy, clairvoyance, or other paranormal phenomena.

She claimed to have extrasensory abilities that allowed her to foresee future events.

Derived from 'extra-' meaning 'beyond' and 'sensory' relating to the senses.

extrasensory perception

The ability to acquire information without the known senses, often abbreviated as ESP.

extrasensory abilities

Powers or skills that go beyond the normal human perception.

extrasensory experience

An event or occurrence that involves perception beyond the normal senses.

telepathy

The ability to communicate thoughts directly from one mind to another.

clairvoyance

The claimed ability to gain information about an object, person, location, or event through extrasensory means.

psychic

Relating to the soul or mind; also describes a person with extrasensory abilities.

ESP

Some people claim they have ESP and can predict the future without any evidence.

Mind reading

He thought he could read minds, calling it his extrasensory skill.