adjective
hypnotic
hihp-NO-tihk
Hypnotic (adjective) means relating to hypnosis, or having a trance-like, mesmerizing effect. Example: “The dancer's slow, hypnotic movements held the audience captive.”
adjective
1
Relating to hypnosis, or having a trance-like, mesmerizing effect.
"The dancer's slow, hypnotic movements held the audience captive."
noun
1
A drug that induces sleep.
"The patient was given a mild hypnotic to help with insomnia."
How to use hypnotic
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething so captivating or rhythmic it feels almost trance-inducing — or, as a noun, a sleep-inducing drug.
Common pairings
hypnotic rhythm
hypnotic gaze
hypnotic drug
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Word forms
- Plural
- hypnotics
- Comparative
- more hypnotic
- Superlative
- most hypnotic
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Etymology
From French hypnotique, ultimately from Greek hypnos ("sleep").
Synonyms
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Rhymes for hypnotic
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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.
