Definitions
- Describing a trance-like state induced by hypnosis. - Referring to something that is mesmerizing or captivating. - Talking about a drug or substance that induces sleep or relaxation.
- Describing a trance-like state induced by mesmerism. - Referring to something that is fascinating or alluring. - Talking about a person who has a magnetic or charismatic personality.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a trance-like state.
- 2Both words can be used to describe something that is captivating or alluring.
- 3Both words have origins in the field of psychology and mental states.
What is the difference?
- 1Method: Hypnotic refers specifically to the use of hypnosis to induce a trance-like state, while mesmeric can refer to any method of inducing a similar state, such as mesmerism or meditation.
- 2Connotation: Hypnotic has a more clinical or scientific connotation, while mesmeric has a more mystical or spiritual connotation.
- 3Usage: Hypnotic is more commonly used in modern language, while mesmeric is less common and may sound outdated or archaic.
- 4Focus: Hypnotic emphasizes the induction of a trance-like state, while mesmeric emphasizes the captivating or alluring quality of something or someone.
Remember this!
Hypnotic and mesmeric are synonyms that describe a trance-like state or something that is captivating. However, hypnotic specifically refers to the use of hypnosis to induce a trance-like state, while mesmeric can refer to any method of inducing a similar state. Additionally, hypnotic has a more clinical connotation, while mesmeric has a more mystical or spiritual connotation.
