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单词 hypnosis
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hypnosis

noun

hyp·​no·​sis hip-ˈnō-səs How to pronounce hypnosis (audio)
plural hypnoses hip-ˈnō-ˌsēz How to pronounce hypnosis (audio)
1
: a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
2
: any of various conditions that resemble sleep
3
: hypnotism sense 1

Synonyms

  • hypnotism
  • mesmerism
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Example Sentences

He underwent hypnosis to treat his fear of water. While under hypnosis, she described the horrific accident in detail.
Recent Examples on the Web Concurrent to all that, a spiritual and emotional entrapment runs through the picture as well — from the sweet hypnosis of a story that seems to have no end, to the idea of a love that cannot be given freely. Mark Olsen, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2022 At various points in those early episodes, Sophie is experimenting with different alternative therapies — sensory deprivation, hypnosis, etc. Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 July 2022 An interdisciplinary approach provides patients with access to different options, including cognitive therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exercise, physical rehab and even hypnosis. Jessica Dulong, CNN, 27 June 2022 Rest is equally as prioritized here with Spa Aiyana offering unique treatments like sleep hypnosis and oxygen infusions, and spacious suites providing comfortable beds and blackout curtains. Anna Haines, Forbes, 20 June 2022 The practice has taken many forms historically, including shock therapy and hypnosis, but the most common form today is talk therapy, according to the study. Orlando Mayorquin, USA TODAY, 15 June 2022 As with any supplement, ask your doctor for a reputable brand. ... or hypnosis. Lisa Mulcahy, Good Housekeeping, 2 May 2022 That’s not so different from hypnosis —a practice that got a bad rap over the years thanks to mesmerists and stage stunts. Laura Blasey, Los Angeles Times, 27 May 2022 According to the National Institutes of Health, hypnosis has been shown to help people manage some painful conditions and deal with anxiety. Megan O’matz, ProPublica, 25 May 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

New Latin

First Known Use

1876, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

hypnosis

noun

hyp·​no·​sis hip-ˈnō-səs How to pronounce hypnosis (audio)
: a state which resembles sleep but is produced by a person who can then make suggestions to which the person in this state can respond

Medical Definition

hypnosis

noun

hyp·​no·​sis hip-ˈnō-səs How to pronounce hypnosis (audio)
plural hypnoses -ˌsēz How to pronounce hypnosis (audio)
1
: a trancelike state of altered consciousness that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
2
: any of various conditions that resemble sleep
3
: hypnotism sense 1

hypnosis

noun

as in hypnotism
the art or act of inducing in a person a sleeplike state during which he or she readily follows suggestions with hypnosis there's some question as to just how involuntary the actions of the hypnotized person really are

Synonyms & Similar Words

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  • hypnotism
  • mesmerism
  • autohypnosis
  • self-hypnosis
  • autosuggestion
  • automatism
  • spellbinding
  • self-suggestion
  • bewitchment
  • enchantment
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