precognition

pre·cog·ni·tion

P p

Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [pree-kog-nish-uh n]
- /ˌpri kɒgˈnɪʃ ən/
- /ˌpriː.kɒɡˈnɪʃ.ən/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [pree-kog-nish-uh n]
- /ˌpri kɒgˈnɪʃ ən/

Definitions of precognition word

noun precognition knowledge of a future event or situation, especially through extrasensory means. 1
noun precognition Scots Law. the examination of witnesses and other parties before a trial in order to supply a legal ground for prosecution. the evidence established in such an examination. 1
noun precognition foresight, advance knowledge 1
noun precognition the alleged ability to foresee future events 0
noun precognition the perception of an event, condition, etc. before it occurs, esp. by extrasensory powers 0

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Origin of precognition

First appearance:

before 1400

One of the 24% oldest English words

1400-50; late Middle English < Late Latin praecognitiōn-, s. of praecognitiō; see pre-, cognition

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Parts of speech for Precognition

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precognition popularity

A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.

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Synonyms for precognition

noun precognition

canniness — the quality of being canny
clairvoyance — the alleged power of perceiving things beyond the natural range of the senses
discreetness — judicious in one's conduct or speech, especially with regard to respecting privacy or maintaining silence about something of a delicate nature; prudent; circumspect.
foreknowledge — knowledge of something before it exists or happens; prescience: Did you have any foreknowledge of the scheme?
foresight — care or provision for the future; provident care; prudence.

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