Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

esp

noun
/iːˌɛsˈpiː/
Definition
Abbreviation for extrasensory perception.
Examples
  • Many believe in esp, claiming they can sense others’ thoughts.
  • In science fiction, characters often use esp to communicate with each other without speaking.
  • She was fascinated by the concept of esp and read many books on the subject.
Meaning
The ability to acquire information without using the known human senses, often associated with phenomena like telepathy or clairvoyance.
Synonyms
  • telepathy
  • clairvoyance
  • mind-reading