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telekinetic

 

[ ˌtɛlɪkɪˈnɛtɪk ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

psychic ability

Telekinetic refers to the ability to move objects at a distance through mental force. This concept is commonly found in science fiction literature and films, where characters possess extraordinary powers that allow them to manipulate their environment without physical interaction. The term combines 'tele' meaning 'distant' and 'kinetic' meaning 'movement'. While telekinesis is a popular theme in fantasy, there is no scientific evidence supporting its existence in reality.

Synonyms

mentalist, psychokinetic

Examples of usage

  • The telekinetic hero moved the car effortlessly.
  • In the movie, she discovers her telekinetic powers.
  • He used his telekinetic ability to stop the falling object.

Translations

Translations of the word "telekinetic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 telecinético

🇮🇳 टेलीकिनेटिक

🇩🇪 telekinetisch

🇮🇩 telekinetik

🇺🇦 телекінетичний

🇵🇱 telekinetyczny

🇯🇵 テレキネティック

🇫🇷 télékinétique

🇪🇸 telequinético

🇹🇷 telekinetik

🇰🇷 텔레키네틱

🇸🇦 التيلكينيتك

🇨🇿 telekinetický

🇸🇰 telekinetický

🇨🇳 超能力的

🇸🇮 telekinetičen

🇮🇸 sjálfvirkur

🇰🇿 телекенетикалық

🇬🇪 ტელეკინეტიკური

🇦🇿 telekinetik

🇲🇽 telequinético

Etymology

The word 'telekinetic' originates from the combination of the Greek prefix 'tele-' meaning 'distant' and the root 'kinetic' from Greek 'kinesis' meaning 'movement' or 'motion'. The term began to gain popularity in the early 20th century, particularly after it was introduced by the American magician and author Edgar Allan Poe in his writings. It became a staple in the realm of paranormal phenomena and has been utilized in various entertainment mediums, crafting a narrative around individuals possessing the alleged ability to move or influence objects without physical contact. This intrigue around telekinesis has also led to numerous studies and discussions in parapsychology, though it remains a topic of skepticism in the broader scientific community, as concrete evidence or experimental validation of such abilities has yet to be established.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #39,932, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.