telepath

noun

tele·​path ˈte-lə-ˌpath How to pronounce telepath (audio)
Synonyms of telepathnext
: one who is able to communicate by telepathy

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Not to mention, all while juggling the emotional turmoil of a powerful telepath (Sadie Sink) who is also experiencing a great loss. — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 3 Aug. 2026 In case the message isn’t clear, kindness to the telepath that almost forced the love of your life plunge to her death always comes back to you. — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026 Stranger Things’ Sadie Sink follows in the footsteps of Famke Janssen and Sophie Turner as the redheaded telepath who is arguably the most powerful mutant in the Marvel comics. — Eliana Dockterman, Time, 31 July 2026 Recent runs classified her as an omega-level telepath, meaning her telepathy powers are virtually limitless. — Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for telepath

Word History

First Known Use

1885, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of telepath was in 1885

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“Telepath.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/telepath. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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