mesmerize

Meanings

• Verb

  To hold someone's attention in a fascinating way, often by using hypnotic or captivating methods.

• Verb

  To charm or enchant someone, often to such an extent that they become entranced or under your control.

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Synonyms

enthrall , fascinate , hypnotize , spellbind

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with mesmerize
enthrall , spellbind , beguile

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Variants

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mesmerize , mesmerized , mesmerizer , mesmerizers , mesmerizes , mesmerizing , mesmerise , mesmerised , mesmerises , mesmerising

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Etymology

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From the verb 'mesmerise', which comes from the name of Franz Mesmer (1734-1815), an Austrian physician who believed he could cure people through hypnotic trance.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'mesmerize' was first used in English in the late 18th century.

2. Franz Mesmer believed that he could cure people by passing magnetic fluid from his body to theirs through touch.

3. The term 'hypnosis' comes from the Greek word 'hypnos', meaning sleep.

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Related Concepts

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1. hypnosis: A state of highly focused attention or concentration, often associated with relaxation, and heightened suggestibility.

2. trance: A state of altered consciousness, often characterized by relaxation, heightened suggestibility, and a feeling of detachment from reality.

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Culture

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In literature, mesmerize is often used to describe the hypnotic or captivating effect of a person or situation. In art, it can refer to the power of a painting or sculpture to hold the viewer's attention. In music, it can refer to a particularly enchanting or captivating performance.

How to Memorize "mesmerize"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a person holding a hypnotic gaze, focusing intently on your eyes. Visualize yourself becoming increasingly captivated and entranced by their gaze.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'mesmerize' with the feeling of being captivated or entranced by something. Think of a time when you were completely absorbed in a book or a movie.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Try creating an acronym or a memorable phrase to help remember the meaning of 'mesmerize'. For example, 'Mesmerize' could stand for 'Makes Eyes Shine, Making People Enter Rainbow States of Trance'.

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