precognition
knowledge of a future event or situation, especially through extrasensory means.
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.
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Origin of precognition
1Other words from precognition
- pre·cog·ni·tive [pree-kog-ni-tiv], /priˈkɒg nɪ tɪv/, adjective
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How to use precognition in a sentence
In the meantime, Beagle's precognition was still proceedin; and Gilbert Walker and his dochter wouldna, it was said, relent.
Wilson's Tales of the Borders and of Scotland, Vol. XX | Alexander LeightonLet us speak of it no more; you will receive notice when, where, and by whom, we are to take your precognition.
The Works of Robert Louis Stevenson - Swanston Edition Vol. 11 (of 25) | Robert Louis StevensonPerhaps some of the life forms even developed precognition like the human quakemen.
Deathworld | Harry HarrisonIt's direct proof of precognition, and because of the prominence of the event, everybody will hear about it.
The Edge of the Knife | Henry Beam PiperThe sheriff immediately set about taking a precognition, for which he had been, by Geordie, previously prepared.
British Dictionary definitions for precognition
/ (ˌpriːkɒɡˈnɪʃən) /
psychol the alleged ability to foresee future events: See also clairvoyance, clairaudience
Origin of precognition
1Derived forms of precognition
- precognitive (priːˈkɒɡnɪtɪv), adjective
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