Meaning & Definition of word "Hypnotize"

Hypnotize

/ˈhɪp.nə.taɪz/

verb:

  • 1. to induce a state of hypnosis in someone; to put someone into a trance-like state.
    • Example: The therapist used relaxation techniques to hypnotize her patient.
  • 2. to fascinate or as if by hypnosis; to hold someone's attention completely.
    • Example: The magician was able to hypnotize the audience with his mesmerizing performance.
  • 3. to compel someone to do something by using hypnotic suggestions.
    • Example: He felt as if he could hypnotize his friends into believing his wild stories.

Etymology

Derived from 'hypnosis', from Greek 'hypnos' meaning 'sleep'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

hypnotized by:

Completely absorbed or fascinated by someone or something.

to be under hypnosis:

To be in a state where one is easily influenced or controlled by a hypnotist.

hypnotic suggestion:

A proposition presented to a subject under hypnosis that influences behavior.

Related Words

hypnosis:

A state of consciousness involving focused attention and reduced peripheral awareness.

hypnotist:

A person who practices hypnosis.

mesmerize:

To hold the attention of someone to the exclusion of all else.

Slang Meanings of hypnotize

Meaning: To really grab someone's attention.

Example Sentence: That movie was so good it totally hypnotized me!

Meaning: To make someone act in a certain way through charm.

Example Sentence: He knows how to hypnotize everyone with his sweet talk.