extrasensory

American  

[ek-struh-sen-suh-ree] / ˌɛk strəˈsɛn sə ri /

adjective

1. outside one's normal sense perception.

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extrasensory British  

/ ˌɛkstrəˈsɛnsərɪ /

adjective

1. of or relating to extrasensory perception

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Etymology

Origin of extrasensory

First recorded in 1930–35; extra- + sensory

Example Sentences

Swan describes herself as having been born with extrasensory abilities, and states that her mission is to “transform human suffering to an empowered and authentic life.”

From Slate • May 5, 2023

Her skill set — logo three-pointers, penetrating drives to the basket, and extrasensory passes — brought to mind a cross between Pete Maravich and Steph Curry.

From Seattle Times • Apr. 3, 2023

Ralph dismisses such extrasensory perception as more liability than gift, especially since Michael grows increasingly frail by exercising his powers and comes to depend on Hilda for friendship, stability and reassurance.

From Washington Post • Mar. 24, 2021

Traumatized by the sinister events from his childhood, Dan Torrance meets a teen who shares his extrasensory gift of the shine.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 26, 2020

Possibly he had done it; perhaps the extrasensory node of his brain had finally grown back.

From "Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep?" by Philip K. Dick