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mesmerism [ˈmɛzməˌrɪzəm] n Psychol 1. (Psychology) a hypnotic state induced by the operator's imposition of his will on that of the patient 2. (Psychology) an early doctrine concerning this [named after F. A. Mesmer (1734-1815), Austrian physician] mesmerist n Mesmerism 1. hypnosis as induced by Dr. F. A. Mesmer through “animal magnetism,” a 19th-century therapy. See also: Hypnosis
2. hypnotism. 3. a compelling attraction; fascination. — mesmerization, n. — mesmerist, mesmerizer, n. ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Translations mesmerism n → hypnotische Wirkung; (old) → Mesmerismus m How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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