as in to fascinate
to hold the attention of as if by a spell
the crowd was hypnotized by the powerful, eloquent speaker
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Recent Examples of hypnotize
His eyes look hypnotized or insane.
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Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Critically, don't get hypnotized by performance claims without understanding the cost model at scale.
—Miles Ward, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
She was known for her incredible voice, hypnotizing dance moves and stunning ensembles.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, People.com, 18 July 2025
There is a regular rotation of free live concerts on site, as well as cornhole tournaments with surprising talent that is hypnotizing to watch.
—Shauna Farnell, Denver Post, 17 July 2025
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Christopher Borrelli, Chicago Tribune, 20 Aug. 2025
Critically, don't get hypnotized by performance claims without understanding the cost model at scale.
—Miles Ward, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025
She was known for her incredible voice, hypnotizing dance moves and stunning ensembles.
—Alexandra Schonfeld, People.com, 18 July 2025
There is a regular rotation of free live concerts on site, as well as cornhole tournaments with surprising talent that is hypnotizing to watch.
—Shauna Farnell, Denver Post, 17 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for hypnotize
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Known for roles in Breaking Bad and The Mandalorian, Giancarlo admits that antagonists have always fascinated him because of their complexity.—
Okla Jones,
Essence,
4 Oct. 2025
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The Dan Marino quotes lining the walls of Hard Rock Stadium fascinated the AD.—
Noah White,
Miami Herald,
3 Oct. 2025
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Castlecore Castlecore continues to enchant Pinterest users, blending medieval fantasy with mystical, whimsical elements.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
6 Oct. 2025
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And to those of you who are new, I'm enchanted to meet you.—
Michelle Lee,
PEOPLE,
6 Oct. 2025
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“Hypnotize.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/hypnotize. Accessed 8 Oct. 2025.
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