Definitions
- Describing the state of being put into a trance-like state by a hypnotist. - Referring to a person who is under hypnosis and following the suggestions of the hypnotist. - Talking about the process of inducing hypnosis in someone.
- Describing the act of capturing someone's attention and holding it completely. - Referring to the process of captivating or enchanting someone with a particular quality or attribute. - Talking about the effect of something that is so fascinating or beautiful that it holds one's attention.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a state of being captivated or entranced.
- 2Both words involve a person being affected by an external force.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a positive or negative experience.
- 4Both words can be used figuratively to describe a non-literal state of mind.
What is the difference?
- 1Control: Hypnotized implies a loss of control or agency, while mesmerize does not necessarily imply a loss of control.
- 2Intention: Hypnotized is intentional and involves a hypnotist inducing a trance-like state, while mesmerize can be unintentional and describes the effect of something captivating.
- 3Duration: Hypnotized implies a longer-lasting state of trance, while mesmerize can be a temporary state of being captivated.
- 4Usage: Hypnotized is more commonly used in the context of hypnosis, while mesmerize is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Remember this!
Hypnotized and mesmerize both describe a state of being captivated or entranced, but they differ in their origin, control, intention, duration, and usage. Hypnotized implies a loss of control and is intentional, while mesmerize does not necessarily imply a loss of control and can be unintentional. Hypnotized is more specific to the context of hypnosis, while mesmerize is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
