mesmerized
6 synonyms for mesmerized, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — So fascinated or captivated by something that you can’t look away.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use mesmerized
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
mesmerized by
utterly mesmerized
left mesmerized
Etymology
From the surname of Franz Anton Mesmer, an 18th-century doctor whose theory of "animal magnetism" (mesmerism) is where the idea of hypnotic fascination comes from.
Full origin of mesmerized →Frequently asked questions
What does “mesmerized” mean?
The word “mesmerized” means so fascinated or captivated by something that you can’t look away. In plain terms, completely captivated or spellbound by something, unable to look away.
How do you use “mesmerized” in a sentence?
Here is “mesmerized” used in a sentence: “The children sat mesmerized as the magician pulled scarves from his sleeve.”
What part of speech is “mesmerized”?
“Mesmerized” is an adjective.
Where does the word “mesmerized” come from?
The word “mesmerized” dates back to around 1700. From the surname of Franz Anton Mesmer, an 18th-century doctor whose theory of "animal magnetism" (mesmerism) is where the idea of hypnotic fascination comes from.
