hypnotize

hyp·no·tize

verb \-ˌtīz\

hyp·no·tizedhyp·no·tiz·ing

Definition of HYPNOTIZE

transitive verb

1

: to induce hypnosis in

2

: to dazzle or overcome by or as if by suggestion <a voice that hypnotizes its hearers> <drivers hypnotized by speed>

— hyp·no·tiz·abil·i·ty \ˌhip-nə-ˌtī-zə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun

— hyp·no·tiz·able \ˈhip-nə-ˌtī-zə-bəl\ adjective

Examples of HYPNOTIZE

1. The therapist hypnotized him and asked him questions about his traumatic experiences in the war.
2. He can hypnotize people with his stare.

First Known Use of HYPNOTIZE

1843

Related to HYPNOTIZE

Synonyms: arrest, bedazzle, catch up, enchant, fascinate, grip, enthrall, mesmerize, spellbind

Related Words: enrapture, entrance, thrill; beguile, bewitch, charm; absorb, engage, engross, involve

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