English Dictionary

mesmerism

/ˈmɛzməˌɹɪzəm/

noun

The method or power of gaining control over someone's personality or actions, as in hypnosis or suggestion. / The state induced by hypnotic methods (especially that of Mesmer himself).

Mesmerism is a form of therapy that uses hypnosis to induce a trance-like state.

意味（1）

The method or power of gaining control over someone's personality or actions, as in hypnosis or suggestion.

What is the secret mesmerism which friendship possesses, and under the operation of which a person ordinarily sluggish, or cold, or timid, becomes wise, active, and resolute, in another's behalf?

意味（2）

The state induced by hypnotic methods (especially that of Mesmer himself).