GRE Word List
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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prompt | to move to action : incite |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |
| unregenerate | not regenerate |
| clipper | one that clips something |
| relish | characteristic flavor |
| abstinence | the practice of abstaining from something : the practice of not doing or having something that is wanted or enjoyable |
| skittish | lively or frisky in action : capricious |
| hedonist | a person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism |
| agility | the quality or state of being agile : nimbleness |
| trifle | something of little value, substance, or importance |