PARAGNOSIS

PRONUNCIATION: (par-uh-GNO-sis)

MEANING: noun: Knowledge that cannot be obtained by normal means.

ETYMOLOGY: From Greek para- (beyond) + gnosis (knowledge). Earliest documented use: 1933.
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PAPAGNOSIS - the wisdom that comes from knowing one's father

PARAGONOSIS -1. forever the model of excellence; 2, a parasitic disease

PA RAGE: NO, SIS - Dad has just refused my sister's request, and in no uncertain terms