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hypnotist

HIHP-nuh-tihst

Hypnotist (noun) means someone who practices hypnotism, whether for entertainment or therapy. Example: “The stage hypnotist picked a volunteer from the crowd.”

noun
1
Someone who practices hypnotism, whether for entertainment or therapy.
"The stage hypnotist picked a volunteer from the crowd."

How to use hypnotist

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA person trained or skilled in hypnotizing others.

Word forms

hypnotists plural

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Etymology

From hypnotize + -ist.

mesmerist hypnotizer hypnotiser mesmerizer

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What does “hypnotist” mean?

The word “hypnotist” means someone who practices hypnotism, whether for entertainment or therapy. In plain terms, a person trained or skilled in hypnotizing others.

How do you pronounce “hypnotist”?

“Hypnotist” is pronounced HIHP-nuh-tihst (/ˈhɪpnətɪst/ in IPA).

How do you use “hypnotist” in a sentence?

Here is “hypnotist” used in a sentence: “The stage hypnotist picked a volunteer from the crowd.”

What part of speech is “hypnotist”?

“Hypnotist” is a noun.

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