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mesmerism

 

[ หˆmษ›zmษ™หŒrษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

hypnotic influence

Mesmerism is a psychological phenomenon that involves a trance-like state induced by a practitioner, typically characterized by heightened focus and suggestibility. It is named after Franz Anton Mesmer, an 18th-century physician who believed in the existence of an invisible fluid or force that could be harnessed for healing. The practice is considered a precursor to modern hypnotherapy.

Synonyms

hypnosis, suggestion, trance

Examples of usage

  • The therapist used mesmerism to help the patient relax.
  • She felt the influence of mesmerism during the session.
  • He was fascinated by the intricacies of mesmerism.
  • The documentary explored the history of mesmerism.

Translations

Translations of the word "mesmerism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น mesmerismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฎเฅ‡เคธเฅเคฎเฅ‡เคฐเคฟเคœเคผเฅเคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Mesmerismus

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ mesmerisme

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตะทะผะตั€ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mesmeryzm

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒกใ‚นใƒกใƒชใ‚บใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท magnรฉtisme animal

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ mesmerismo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท mesmerizm

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ตœ๋ฉด์ˆ 

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

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mesmerismus

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mesmerizmus

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ‚ฌ็œ ๆœฏ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mesmerizem

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mesmerismi

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตะทะผะตั€ะธะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒ–แƒ›แƒ”แƒ แƒ˜แƒ–แƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mesmerizm

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ mesmerismo

Etymology

The term 'mesmerism' originates from the name of Franz Anton Mesmer, who introduced this concept in the late 18th century. Mesmer, an Austrian physician, theorized that the body contained a magnetic fluid that could be manipulated to promote healing. He developed techniques that involved the use of magnets and the laying on of hands to create a state known as 'animal magnetism.' The practice gained popularity in Europe, leading to both fascination and controversy. Although mesmerism was often criticized by the scientific community of the time, it laid the groundwork for the development of hypnosis and psychotherapeutic practices. Over the years, the word 'mesmerism' has evolved to refer not only to Mesmer's original ideas but also to various forms of suggestive and hypnotic states in psychology.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,505 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.