hypnotic

• Relativo ao hipnotismo ou que induz ao estado de hipnose; que tem efeito envolvente, fascinante ou sedutor.

Relating to or inducing a state of hypnosis; having a compelling, mesmerizing effect.

1. Inducing sleep or tranceB2formal

   Causing a state of sleep or deep relaxation, often through suggestion.

   Hipnótico

   • The therapist used a hypnotic voice to calm the patient.
   • The rhythmic music had a hypnotic effect on the audience.
   • Hypnotic techniques are sometimes used in therapy.

   Sinônimoscalmingnarcoticsedativesomniferoussoothingsoporifictranquilizing

   Antônimosenergizinginvigoratingstimulating

2. Fascinating or mesmerizingB2informal

   So captivating or attractive that it holds one's attention completely.

   Hipnótico

   • The dancer's movements were hypnotic and graceful.
   • The film's visuals were hypnotic, drawing viewers into the story.
   • Her eyes had a hypnotic quality that made him unable to look away.

   Sinônimosabsorbingbewitchingcaptivatingcompellingengrossingentrancingfascinatinghypnotizingmesmerizingspellbinding

   Antônimosboringdullrepellentrepulsiveuninteresting

• Substantivo que designa uma substância ou agente que induz sono ou estado de transe; também algo que possui qualidade soporífera ou hipnótica.

A noun referring to a substance or agent that induces sleep or a trance-like state, or something that has a sleep-inducing or mesmerizing quality.

1. A substance that induces sleepC1formal

   A drug or agent that causes sleep or drowsiness, often used medically.

   Hipnótico

   • The doctor prescribed a mild hypnotic to help with her insomnia.
   • Some hypnotics can be addictive if used for a long time.
   • He took a hypnotic before bed to ensure a good night's rest.

   Sinônimoshypnagoguesedativesleeping pillsoporific

   Antônimosstimulant