Definition

Adjective: Communicating without apparent physical signals; involving or relating to the direct transmission of thoughts, feelings, or information from one mind to another without using the known human senses.

Usage

The adjective "telepathic" describes a phenomenon, ability, or connection that involves mental communication. It is typically used attributively (before a noun) or predicatively (after a linking verb).

Examples

• The twins claimed to have a telepathic connection, often knowing what the other was thinking.
• The science fiction novel features a race of aliens who are completely telepathic.
• She gave me a telepathic look that clearly meant, "Be quiet."
• It was almost as if we were telepathic; we both suggested the same restaurant at the same time.

Advanced Usage

• "Telepathic link/connection/bond": A commonly used phrase to describe a deep, intuitive understanding between people that seems to transcend normal communication.
  • The close partnership between the pilot and co-pilot was like a telepathic link.
• Used figuratively to describe an extremely high level of non-verbal understanding or coordination.
  • The jazz musicians were so in sync they seemed telepathic.

Variants and Related Words

• Telepathy (noun): The supposed communication of thoughts or ideas by means other than the known senses.
  • He conducted experiments to test the existence of telepathy.
• Telepathically (adverb): In a telepathic manner.
  • The character in the story could communicate telepathically with animals.

Synonyms

• Extrasensory: Perceived by or pertaining to faculties beyond the normal senses.
• Psychic: Relating to or denoting faculties or phenomena that are apparently inexplicable by natural laws.
• Mind-reading: The (supposed) ability to discern the thoughts of others.

Antonyms

• Verbal: Relating to or in the form of words.
• Physical: Relating to the body or things perceived through the senses.
• Explicit: Stated clearly and in detail, leaving no room for confusion or doubt.

Adjective

1. communicating without apparent physical signals