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Hypnotism: meaning, definitions and examples

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hypnotism

 

[ หˆhษชp.nษ™.tษช.zษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

psychological technique

Hypnotism is a psychological technique that involves inducing a trance-like state in an individual, allowing for heightened focus and suggestibility. During this state, the subject may experience altered perceptions and heightened imagination. It is often used in therapeutic settings to treat various psychological conditions or to help with pain management. Hypnotism can also be employed in performance settings, such as stage shows, where individuals are entertained while in a hypnotic state.

Synonyms

hypnosis, suggestion, trance

Examples of usage

  • The therapist used hypnotism to help the patient overcome anxiety.
  • During the show, the hypnotist demonstrated the power of hypnotism on volunteers.
  • Hypnotism has been used as a method of pain relief during childbirth.

Translations

Translations of the word "hypnotism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น hipnotismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคนเคฟเคชเฅเคจเฅ‹เคŸเคฟเคœเคผเฅเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hypnotismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ hipnotisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณะธะฟะฝะพะท

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ hipnotyzm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ‚ฌ็œ ่ก“

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hypnotisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ hipnotismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท hipnoz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ตœ๋ฉด์ˆ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุชู†ูˆูŠู… ุงู„ู…ุบู†ุงุทูŠุณูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hypnotismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ hypnotizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‚ฌ็œ 

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ hipnotizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hรฝpnรณtismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะณะธะฟะฝะพะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฐแƒ˜แƒžแƒœแƒแƒ–แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hipnoz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ hipnotismo

Etymology

The term 'hypnotism' originated in the early 19th century, derived from the Greek word 'hypnos' which means sleep. Although it may suggest a sleeping state, hypnotism actually induces a state of focused attention and increased suggestibility rather than sleep. The practice can be traced back to ancient cultures, but it was modernized by Franz Anton Mesmer in the 18th century, who introduced the concept of 'animal magnetism.' Mesmer's ideas were further developed by pioneers such as James Braid, who coined the term 'hypnotism' in 1841 based on his research into the phenomena of the mind. Since then, hypnotism has evolved into a recognized therapeutic technique, widely studied and practiced in psychology for various health benefits. It has gained legitimate use in fields like medicine, psychology, and even performance art.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,611, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.