Definition

Noun: - Communication by paranormal means: The transmission or exchange of information using methods that are outside the boundaries of established scientific understanding or normal sensory channels. This term encompasses phenomena that are considered extraordinary or beyond conventional explanation.

Usage

This term is used in contexts discussing parapsychology, psychic phenomena, and the study of unexplained events. It typically describes reported instances of information transfer that cannot be attributed to the known five senses or current technology. - It functions as a formal, academic noun phrase. - It is often used in research literature or discussions about the paranormal.

Examples

• The study aimed to document cases of anomalous communication, such as telepathic experiences between twins.
• Researchers presented their findings on anomalous communication at the parapsychology conference.
• Some reports of ghostly encounters include claims of anomalous communication from unseen entities.

Advanced Usage

• The term is frequently used in a skeptical or investigative context to classify and examine reports without necessarily endorsing their validity.
• It can be part of compound noun phrases in academic writing, such as "cases of anomalous communication" or "the study of anomalous communication phenomena."

Variants and Related Words

• Anomalous (adjective): Deviating from what is standard, normal, or expected.
  • The readings from the device were anomalous.
• Communication (noun): The imparting or exchanging of information by speaking, writing, or using some other medium.
  • Clear communication is essential for a team.

Synonyms

• Paranormal communication: Communication involving forces or events beyond normal scientific understanding.
• Psi communication: A term used in parapsychology for anomalous information transfer, such as telepathy or clairvoyance.
• Extrasensory perception (ESP): The reception of information not gained through the recognized physical senses.

Related Phrases

• Anomalous cognition: A related term often used in parapsychology to describe the acquisition of information without using the known senses.
• Anomalous perturbation: A term sometimes used in related contexts to describe unexplained physical effects.

Noun

1. communication by paranormal means