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HYPNOSIS

a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject

The meaning of the word hypnosis is a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject.

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impartialnot partial or biased : treating or affecting all equally
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
skittishlively or frisky in action : capricious
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calumnya misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation
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