esp Meaning & Definition
ˌē-ˌes-ˈpē
What Does Esp Mean?
Esp is used as an abbreviation meaning especially. As a noun, it means extrasensory perception. As a noun, it means perception (as in telepathy, clairvoyance, and precognition) that involves awareness of information about events external to the self not gained through the senses and not deducible from previous experience.
Esp at a Glance
| Part of speech | abbreviation, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˌē-ˌes-ˈpē/ |
| Syllables | 3 |
| Synonyms | clairvoyance, second sight and extrasensory perception |
Esp Definition (Abbreviation)
- especially
Esp as a Noun
- extrasensory perception
Noun
- perception (as in telepathy, clairvoyance, and precognition) that involves awareness of information about events external to the self not gained through the senses and not deducible from previous experience
Synonyms of Esp
Esp synonyms and antonyms →Esp in a Sentence
Invite them all, especially Molly.
discouraged by the lack of progress in the case, the police were willing to listen to a woman claiming extrasensory perception
Word Forms & Grammar
esp
ESP
ESPs
extrasensory perception
extrasensory perceptions
Origin of Esp
extrasensory perception
First Known Use
1934
1932
Esp Pronunciation
Esp is pronounced /ˌē-ˌes-ˈpē/ and has 3 syllables, with the main stress on the third syllable (pē).