tel·e·ki·ne·sis (t l  -k -n  ss, -k -)n. The movement of objects by scientifically inexplicable means, as by the exercise of an occult power. tel e·ki·netic (-ntk) adj.tel e·ki·neti·cal·ly adv. |
telekinesis [ˌtɛlɪkɪˈniːsɪs -kaɪ-]
n
1. the movement of a body caused by thought or willpower without the application of a physical force
2. the ability to cause such movement
telekinetic [ˌtɛlɪkɪˈnɛtɪk -kaɪ-] adj
telekinesis
the production of motion in a body, apparently without the use of material force, a power long claimed by mediums and magicians. Also called teleportation. — telekinetic, adj.
See also: Gravity
ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
| Noun | 1. | telekinesis - the power to move something by thinking about it without the application of physical force parapsychology, psychic phenomena, psychic phenomenon - phenomena that appear to contradict physical laws and suggest the possibility of causation by mental processes |
Translations
telekinesis
n → Telekinese f
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