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Hypnotic
01
a medication that induces sleep
What is a "hypnotic"?
A hypnotic is a medication that helps cause sleep. These medications are prescribed to treat insomnia or other sleep disorders by relaxing the body and mind, making it easier to fall asleep and stay asleep. Hypnotics work on the brain to slow down activity, leading to sleepiness.
Examples
The doctor prescribed a hypnotic to the patient experiencing chronic insomnia to improve sleep quality.
Individuals with occasional difficulty falling asleep may use over-the-counter hypnotic medications for short-term relief.
hypnotic
01
relating to or induced by hypnosis
Examples
The patient entered a hypnotic state during therapy.
The doctor monitored the subject 's hypnotic responses.
02
holding attention in a compelling or spellbinding way
Examples
The dancer 's hypnotic movements captivated the audience.
The painting 's colors created a hypnotic visual effect.
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