psychist

/saɪˈkɪst/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who claims to have psychic powers, especially the ability to read minds or predict the future.

“She was accused of being a psychist who made a fortune by pretending to communicate with spirits.”

2. verb

To claim or pretend to have psychic powers.

“The con artist was caught psychisting the wealthy clients out of their money.”

Synonyms

  • clairvoyant
  • medium
  • psychic

Antonyms

  • skeptic