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Definition of telepathic

telepathic

/ˌtɛl.əˈpæθ.ɪk/
tel · e · path · ic
Adverb:telepathically
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1

Relating to or capable of transmitting thoughts, feelings, or mental images directly from one mind to another without using speech, writing, or known physical senses.

Example

"The science fiction novel features an alien species that communicates entirely through telepathic signals."

2

Exhibiting a remarkably close, intuitive mutual understanding between people, as if able to read each other's minds.

Example

"After playing together as a duo for a decade, the two musicians had developed an almost telepathic rapport on stage."

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telemovie
telenovela
telepath
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telepathy
telephone

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in 1882 by the English classical scholar Frederic W. H. Myers from the Greek roots 'tele-' (meaning 'far off' or 'distant') and 'pathes' (meaning 'feeling' or 'experiencing').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Telepathic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/telepathic
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