How Do You Spell PSYCHICS?

Pronunciation: [sˈa͡ɪkɪks] (IPA)

The term "psychics" is often misspelled as "physicists." However, the two words have entirely different meanings. Psychics refer to individuals who possess extrasensory abilities, while physicists are scientists who study the laws of nature. The spelling of "psychics" is derived from its origin, the Greek word "psychē," meaning "soul." Phonetically, it can be transcribed as /ˈsaɪkɪks/, with the emphasis on the first syllable. Remembering this spelling can avoid embarrassment and confusion between psychics and physicists.

PSYCHICS Meaning and Definition

1. Psychics refer to individuals who claim to possess extrasensory perception (ESP) or supernatural abilities to perceive or predict events that are beyond normal physical senses or scientific understanding. These individuals are believed to have the ability to tap into a realm beyond the physical world and gain information about the past, present, or future.

   Psychics often provide their services through various means, such as tarot card readings, astrology, palmistry, or direct intuitive insights. They claim to have heightened perception, enabling them to gather information about a person's life, relationships, career, and even spiritual matters.

   Psychics are sometimes considered a part of the broader field of parapsychology, which studies the paranormal phenomena. However, it is important to note that the scientific community generally dismisses psychic abilities as pseudoscience and there is a lack of empirical evidence to support the claims made by psychics.

   Many people seek the guidance of psychics out of curiosity, seeking answers to questions or seeking reassurance about their future. While some individuals believe in the authenticity of psychics and their abilities, others remain skeptical, viewing their practices as mere entertainment or fraud.

   Ultimately, the concept of psychics remains subjective and controversial, with believers arguing for their accuracy and skeptics demanding scientific evidence for their claims.

2. Psychology.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

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Etymology of PSYCHICS

The word "psychics" is derived from the noun "psychic", which originated from the Greek word "psychikos", meaning "of the soul" or "pertaining to the mind". In Greek philosophy, "psychikos" referred to anything related to the human soul or mind. This term was later adapted into English in the 17th century as "psychical", which described phenomena related to the mind or soul. Eventually, "psychic" became a noun to refer to individuals who claimed to possess extrasensory perception or abilities related to the mind. The plural form of the noun then became "psychics", referring to multiple individuals with such claimed abilities.