mesmerism

UK
/ˈmɛzmərɪzəm/
US
/ˈmɛzməˌrɪzəm/

Translations

mesmerismnoun
The doctor studied mesmerism to understand its effects on patients.
Доктор изучал месмеризм, чтобы понять его влияние на пациентов.
mesmerismadjective
UK
/ˈmɛzmərɪzəm/
US
/ˈmɛzməˌrɪzəm/
Used attributively to modify another noun, meaning ‘relating to or characteristic of mesmerism’

Definitions

mesmerismnoun
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.
mesmerismadjective
Relating to or characteristic of mesmerism; involving hypnotic influence.
She agreed to participate in a mesmerism experiment for the psychology department.