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mesmerism

/ˈmɛzmərɪzəm/

/ˈmɛzməˌrɪzəm/

mesmerismnoun

Translations

The doctor studied mesmerism to understand its effects on patients.

Доктор изучал месмеризм, чтобы понять его влияние на пациентов.

Definitions

A therapeutic technique involving the induction of a trance-like state, often associated with hypnosis, named after Franz Mesmer.

The doctor used mesmerism to help the patient overcome their phobia.

A compelling attraction or fascination that holds someone's attention.

The artist's performance had a mesmerism that captivated the entire audience.

Synonyms

mesmerismadjective

/ˈmɛzmərɪzəm/

/ˈmɛzməˌrɪzəm/

Used attributively to modify another noun, meaning ‘relating to or characteristic of mesmerism’

Definitions

Relating to or characteristic of mesmerism; involving hypnotic influence.

She agreed to participate in a mesmerism experiment for the psychology department.