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thought-form

noun · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

Any of a set of presuppositions or fundamental ideas which define the thinking of people of a given region, time period etc.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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noun

Meaning 2

A manifestation of the thoughts, ideas or emotions of someone. It is believed to be able to be sensed by people and take physical form within the spirit world.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Topics: parapsychology, pseudoscience

Examples

  • Two people can have the same idea at the same time because they felt the same thought-forms.
  • One can feel the threatening energy of the thought-forms left in the room after a tense fight.

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Across languages

Translations

3 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Greek: σκεπτομορφή (skeptomorfí) — manifestation of thoughts
  • Polish: myślokształt — manifestation of thoughts
  • Portuguese: forma-pensamento — manifestation of thoughts