adv
psychically
SEYE-kihk-lee
Psychically (adv) means In a way that involves supposed supernatural or extrasensory perception. Example: “She claimed to sense psychically that something bad had happened.”
adv
1
In a way that involves supposed supernatural or extrasensory perception.
"She claimed to sense psychically that something bad had happened."
2
In a mental rather than physical way.
"The ordeal left him psychically drained even though he wasn't physically hurt."
How to use psychically
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThrough the mind or supposed supernatural sense, rather than the body.
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- Comparative
- more psychically
- Superlative
- most psychically
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What does “psychically” mean?
The word “psychically” means in a way that involves supposed supernatural or extrasensory perception. In plain terms, through the mind or supposed supernatural sense, rather than the body.
How do you pronounce “psychically”?
“Psychically” is pronounced SEYE-kihk-lee (/ˈsaɪ.kɪk.li/ in IPA).
How do you use “psychically” in a sentence?
Here is “psychically” used in a sentence: “She claimed to sense psychically that something bad had happened.”
What part of speech is “psychically”?
“Psychically” is an adverb.
How many meanings does “psychically” have?
“Psychically” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in a way that involves supposed supernatural or extrasensory perception.
