paranormal perception

[/ˌpærəˈnɔːrməl pərˈsɛpʃən/]
nounpl: paranormal perceptions
percepção paranormal
1. The alleged ability to perceive or sense information beyond normal sensory channels, such as telepathy, clairvoyance, or precognition
Some researchers investigate paranormal perception in controlled laboratory settings.
Alguns pesquisadores investigam a percepção paranormal em ambientes de laboratório controlados.
2. Extrasensory perception (ESP) or intuitive knowledge claimed to exist outside the bounds of conventional sensory experience
She claimed to have paranormal perception and could predict future events.
Ela afirmava ter percepção paranormal e conseguia prever eventos futuros.
The concept of paranormal perception is viewed with scientific skepticism in mainstream academic circles in both Brazil and the USA, though it remains popular in spiritualist, New Age, and esoteric communities. In Brazil, interest in paranormal perception often intersects with Kardecist spiritism and African-Brazilian religious traditions. The term is primarily used in parapsychology research, psychology discussions, and popular culture rather than in everyday conversation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
extrasensory perceptionESPsixth sensepsychic perceptionintuitive perception
Antonyms / Antônimos
normal perceptionsensory perceptionempirical observation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
percepção paranormal
Standard term used in academic and scientific contexts
Rio de Janeiro
percepção paranormal / intuição paranormal
Both terms are used; intuição paranormal is more colloquial
São Paulo
percepção paranormal
Predominantly used in scientific and academic discussions
Portugal
percepção paranormal / sensibilidade paranormal
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese; sensibilidade paranormal also used

Related Words

telepathyclairvoyanceprecognitionparapsychologypsychic phenomenasupernatural

Related Idioms & Phrases

to have a sixth sense
beyond the pale
out of this world
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