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hypnotically

/hɪpˈnɑː.tɪ.kəl.i/
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Adjective:hypnotic
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• adverb

1

In a mesmerizing, spellbinding, or deeply captivating manner that holds one's complete attention as if in a trance.

Example

"The campfire flames danced hypnotically against the dark backdrop of the forest."

2

By means of or in relation to the practice of hypnosis.

Example

"The patient was hypnotically guided to relax and reduce her acute anxiety before the procedure."

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Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the adjective 'hypnotic', which comes via French 'hypnotique' and Late Latin 'hypnoticus' from Ancient Greek 'hypnōtikos' (inclined to sleep), ultimately from 'hypnos' (sleep).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Hypnotically. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/hypnotically
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