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 |
|---|---|
| nullify | to make null (see null |
| effectuate | to cause or bring about (something) : to put (something) into effect or operation : effect |
| splice | to unite (two ropes or two parts of a rope) by interweaving the strands |
| cadaverous | of or relating to a corpse |
| indomitable | incapable of being subdued : unconquerable |
| incontinent | not continent: such as |
| irremediable | not remediable |
| defect | an imperfection or abnormality that impairs quality, function, or utility : shortcoming |
| maim | to mutilate, disfigure, or wound seriously |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |