hypnotize
Translation
to hypnotise
Examples
The therapist can hypnotize patients to help them.
The therapist can hypnotise patients to help them.
She was hypnotized by his beautiful voice.
She was hypnotised by his beautiful voice.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) to put (sb.) into a state of hypnosis The therapist can hypnotise patients.
((sb.)) to fascinate or mesmerize (sb.) She was hypnotised by his voice.
Similar Words
Synonyms: mesmerize, captivate, fascinate
Etymology
From Greek 'hypnos' (sleep) + the verb-forming suffix '-ize'.
Memory Tips
The suffix '-ize' turns a noun or adjective into a verb, meaning 'to make'. To hypnotize is to make someone be in a state of hypnosis.