self-hypnosis

noun

self-hyp·​no·​sis ˌself-hip-ˈnō-səs 

plural self-hypnoses

: hypnosis of oneself : autohypnosis

performed self-hypnosis for relaxation

—often used before another noun

self-hypnosis techniques

a self-hypnosis class/recording

Examples of self-hypnosis in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

After six weeks, the researchers found that individuals in the self-hypnosis group had about a 53 percent reduction in hot flash frequency and intensity. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 17 Nov. 2025

Repeating them in front of the mirror each night has been a vocal warmup and a self-hypnosis for Matthew. — Han Ong, New Yorker, 22 June 2025

Then get into bed and start a self-hypnosis session meant for sleep. — Lauren Brown West-Rosenthal, Parents, 5 Dec. 2024

When 'shifting' becomes a problem For those who do not suffer from a mental health condition, Sarkis likens the reality shifting phenomenon to a form of self-hypnosis, whereby fantasies can feel real and vivid. — Charles Trepany, USA TODAY, 17 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1890, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for self-hypnosis

• acanthosis
• acidosis
• alkalosis
• amaurosis
• ankylosis
• asbestosis
• brucellosis
• cyanosis
• dermatosis
• diagnosis
• ecchymosis
• exostosis

Medical Definition

self-hypnosis

noun

self-hyp·​no·​sis ˌself-(h)ip-ˈnō-səs 

plural self-hypnoses -ˌsēz 

: hypnosis of oneself : autohypnosis