Psychically: meaning, definitions and examples
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psychically
[ ˈsaɪkɪkli ]
mental abilities
Psychically refers to abilities or experiences that pertain to the mind or spirit, often implying capabilities beyond normal perception. This term is commonly used in discussions about extrasensory perception (ESP), telepathy, or other phenomena that are deemed supernatural or paranormal. When someone claims to be psychically inclined, they suggest a connection or sensitivity to a dimension of reality that is not accessible to the average person. The use of the word is often associated with psychic readings, spiritual healing, and various practices in metaphysical communities.
Synonyms
intuitively, metaphysically, spiritually.
Examples of usage
- She claimed to know psychically when the event would occur.
- He studied psychically to develop his intuition.
- Many people seek psychically for insight into their futures.
- Psychically connected, they seemed to understand each other without words.
Translations
Translations of the word "psychically" in other languages:
🇵🇹 psíquicamente
🇮🇳 मानसिक रूप से
🇩🇪 psychisch
🇮🇩 secara psikologis
🇺🇦 психічно
🇵🇱 psychicznie
🇯🇵 精神的に
🇫🇷 psychiquement
🇪🇸 psíquicamente
🇹🇷 psikolojik olarak
🇰🇷 정신적으로
🇸🇦 نفسيًا
🇨🇿 psychicky
🇸🇰 psychicky
🇨🇳 心理上
🇸🇮 psihično
🇮🇸 sálfræðilega
🇰🇿 психикалық
🇬🇪 მენტალურად
🇦🇿 psixoloji
🇲🇽 psíquicamente
Etymology
The term 'psychically' derives from the word 'psychic,' which is rooted in the Greek word 'psychē,' meaning soul or spirit. The transition of 'psychic' into English occurred in the mid-19th century when discussions surrounding the mind and spirituality were becoming prominent, especially in the context of spiritualism. The adverbial form 'psychically' was formed to describe actions or phenomena related to psychic abilities. Over time, these concepts have been explored through various lenses, including psychology, parapsychology, and contemporary occult practices. The growing interest in paranormal activities during the 19th and 20th centuries contributed significantly to the mainstream understanding of 'psychic' phenomena, leading to a wider acceptance of the term in popular culture.