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Hypnotic
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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.
Example
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
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causing a feeling of suspended awareness or focused concentration
Example
The therapist used a series of hypnotic relaxation techniques to put the client into a trance state.
Studies show that certain types of repetitive sounds and visual patterns can induce hypnotic states in receptive individuals.
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attracting and holding interest as if by a spell
