hypnotic
4 synonyms for hypnotic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adjective — Relating to hypnosis, or having a trance-like, mesmerizing effect.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adjective
Relating to hypnosis, or having a trance-like, mesmerizing effect.
“The dancer's slow, hypnotic movements held the audience captive.”
2. noun
A drug that induces sleep.
“The patient was given a mild hypnotic to help with insomnia.”
How to use hypnotic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
hypnotic rhythm
hypnotic gaze
hypnotic drug
Etymology
From French hypnotique, ultimately from Greek hypnos ("sleep").
Full origin of hypnotic →Frequently asked questions
What does “hypnotic” mean?
The word “hypnotic” means relating to hypnosis, or having a trance-like, mesmerizing effect. In plain terms, something so captivating or rhythmic it feels almost trance-inducing — or, as a noun, a sleep-inducing drug.
How do you pronounce “hypnotic”?
“Hypnotic” is pronounced hihp-NO-tihk (/hɪpˈnɑ.tɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “hypnotic” in a sentence?
Here is “hypnotic” used in a sentence: “The dancer's slow, hypnotic movements held the audience captive.”
What part of speech is “hypnotic”?
Depending on how it is used, “hypnotic” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “hypnotic” come from?
The word “hypnotic” comes from French. From French hypnotique, ultimately from Greek hypnos ("sleep").
How many meanings does “hypnotic” have?
“Hypnotic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to hypnosis, or having a trance-like, mesmerizing effect.
