Telekinesis
/ˌtɛlɪkɪˈniːsɪs/noun
The purported ability to move objects at a distance by mental power.
Did you know?The term 'telekinesis' was coined in the early 20th century, but its roots dive deep into ancient beliefs about the power of the mind. 🌀
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
τηλεκίνηση
“movement from a distance”
19th Century
English
telekinesis
“a new term for mental influence on physical objects, popularized by the spiritualist movement”
Early 20th Century
English
telekinesis
“gained mainstream attention through parapsychology and fiction, linking mind and matter”
Modern English
English
telekinesis
“commonly associated with supernatural abilities in popular culture and media.”