Definitions
- Describing a state of being deeply absorbed or lost in thought. - Referring to a state of altered consciousness, often induced by meditation or music. - Talking about a state of being in a daze or stupor, as if in a trance.
- Describing something that is mesmerizing or captivating. - Referring to a state of being under hypnosis. - Talking about a substance or drug that induces sleep or relaxation.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a state of altered consciousness.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a captivating or mesmerizing experience.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a state of relaxation or calmness.
What is the difference?
- 1Induction: Trancelike can be induced by meditation or music, while hypnotic is induced by hypnosis or drugs.
- 2Purpose: Trancelike is often associated with deep thought or introspection, while hypnotic is often associated with sleep or relaxation.
- 3Connotation: Trancelike has a neutral connotation, while hypnotic can have a negative connotation when referring to drugs or substances.
- 4Usage: Trancelike is less common than hypnotic in everyday language.
Remember this!
Trancelike and hypnotic are both words that describe a state of altered consciousness, but they differ in their origin, induction, purpose, connotation, and usage. Trancelike refers to a state of being deeply absorbed or lost in thought, often induced by meditation or music, while hypnotic can refer to a state of mind or a substance, induced by hypnosis or drugs, and often associated with sleep or relaxation.
