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hyp·not·ic
 hypnotic
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- pronunciation:
- hIp
na
tihk
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
of or pertaining to hypnotism or hypnosis.
Hypnotic studies formed part of her education as a psychiatrist. |
| definition 2: |
capable of inducing hypnosis.
The doctor was interested in improving his hypnotic techniques. |
| definition 3: |
under the influence of hypnosis.
The woman appeared to be in a hypnotic trance. |
| definition 4: |
having the effect of inducing sleep; soporific; sedative.
The sound of the lecturer's voice droning on monotonously was hypnotic to many of the students.- similar words:
- drowsy, opiate
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| related words: |
anesthetic, lethargic, narcotic |
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
one who is under the influence of hypnosis.
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| definition 2: |
one who is susceptible to being hypnotized.
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| definition 3: |
something producing sleepiness; soporific; sedative.
- similar words:
- narcotic, opiate
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| derivation: |
hypnotically (adv.) |
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