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Hypnotized: meaning, definitions and examples

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hypnotized

 

[ ˈhɪp.nə.taɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

state of mind

Hypnotized refers to the condition of being in a trance-like state, typically induced by a hypnotist. In this state, individuals may experience heightened suggestibility and a focused attention that excludes peripheral awareness. While hypnotized, people may respond more readily to suggestions, which may lead to changes in perception, memory, and behavior. Although hypnosis is often associated with entertainment, it is also used therapeutically to address various issues such as anxiety, pain management, and trauma recovery.

Synonyms

captivated, entranced, mesmerized, spellbound

Examples of usage

  • She was hypnotized to help manage her anxiety.
  • The magician hypnotized the volunteer on stage.
  • He felt hypnotized during the guided meditation session.

Translations

Translations of the word "hypnotized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 hipnotizado

🇮🇳 हिप्नोटाइज्ड

🇩🇪 hypnotisiert

🇮🇩 terhipnotis

🇺🇦 гіпнотизований

🇵🇱 hipnotyzowany

🇯🇵 催眠された

🇫🇷 hypnotisé

🇪🇸 hipnotizado

🇹🇷 hipnotize edilmiş

🇰🇷 최면에 걸린

🇸🇦 مُنَوَّم

🇨🇿 hypnotizovaný

🇸🇰 hypnotizovaný

🇨🇳 催眠的

🇸🇮 hipnotiziran

🇮🇸 hypnotizeraður

🇰🇿 гипнозға түскен

🇬🇪 ჰიპნოზირებული

🇦🇿 hipnoz edilmiş

🇲🇽 hipnotizado

Etymology

The term 'hypnotized' originates from the word 'hypnosis,' which itself comes from the Greek word 'hypnos,' meaning 'sleep.' The concept of hypnosis was developed in the late 18th century by Franz Anton Mesmer, an Austrian physician. Mesmer believed in a natural energy transfer that could promote healing, a phenomenon he termed 'animal magnetism.' Despite the initial controversies surrounding his practices, the concept evolved, and James Braid, a Scottish surgeon, coined the term 'hypnotism' in the 1840s, separating it from mesmerism. Over time, hypnosis has been recognized for its therapeutic potentials, especially in the treatment of psychological and pain-related conditions. Today, being hypnotized is often viewed through both clinical and entertainment lenses.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #24,850, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.