1. plural of psychometry; the alleged ability to discover facts about an event or person by touching inanimate objects associated with them
Usage: parapsychology
2. plural of psychometry; the measurement and testing of mental capacities and processes
Usage: psychology; technical

Examples

• The detective consulted several psychics who claimed their psychometries could solve the cold case.
• Different psychometries were attempted on the victim’s personal belongings.
• The research compared various psychometries used in educational assessment.
• Modern psychometries rely on statistical analysis rather than intuition.
• The validity of paranormal psychometries remains scientifically unproven.
• Standardized psychometries help measure cognitive abilities across populations.