Psychism refers to the ability to perceive, communicate or manipulate the spiritual or psychic world. Some synonyms for this word might include clairvoyance, extrasensory perception, sixth sense, intuition or psychic ability. These words are often used to describe individuals who possess a heightened sense of perception beyond what can be readily perceived by the five senses. Other synonyms might include telepathy, precognition, psychokinesis or mediumship. These words are often associated with the paranormal or supernatural, and are commonly used in discussions related to spiritual or metaphysical matters. Whatever the term used, it refers to an innate ability to sense or perceive the existence of forces or energies beyond the physical realm.