parapsychology

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

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Definition

  1. noun phenomena that appear to contradict physical laws and suggest the possibility of causation by mental processes

Etymology

From para- (“above, beyond; abnormal”) + psychology.

In classic literature

Synonyms

psychic phenomena, psychic phenomenon

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