noun

hypnosis

hypnosis

She was put under hypnosis to quit smoking.

She was put under hypnosis to quit smoking.

Hypnosis can be a form of therapy.

Hypnosis can be a form of therapy.

((under hypnosis)) in a state of hypnosis She was put under hypnosis.

Synonyms: trance, mesmerism

From Greek 'hypnos' (sleep) plus the suffix '-osis' denoting a state or condition. A 'sleep-like state'.

Connect 'hypnos' to the Greek god of sleep. Imagine being in a deep, sleep-like trance.

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