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Definition of hypnotize

hypnotize

/ˈhɪp.nə.taɪz/
(UK: hypnotise)
hyp · no · tize
Adverb:hypnotically
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Adjective:hypnotic
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Past Simple:hypnotized
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Past Participle:hypnotized
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Present Participle:hypnotizing
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hypnotize Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To produce a state of hypnosis in someone, rendering them highly responsive to suggestion or direction.

Example

"The therapist attempted to hypnotize the patient to help uncover repressed childhood memories."

2

To capture the whole attention of someone; to fascinate or transfix completely.

Example

"The rhythmic crashing of the ocean waves seemed to hypnotize the quiet crowd gathered along the pier."

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• Rhymes for hypnotize

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hypnotism
hypnotist
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hypnotizer
hypo
hypoallergenic

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the 1840s from French 'hypnotiser' or directly from 'hypnotism', which was introduced by Scottish surgeon James Braid from Ancient Greek 'hypnos' (sleep), the name of the personification of sleep in Greek mythology.

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