hypnoidal

American  

[hip-noid-l] / hɪpˈnɔɪd l /

Also hypnoid

adjective

Psychology.

1. characterizing a state that resembles mild hypnosis but that is usually induced by other than hypnotic means.

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Etymology

Origin of hypnoidal

First recorded in 1895–1900; hypn- ( def. ) + -oid + -al ¹

Example Sentences

It was a light fragmentary sleep, that moves in and out of some strange hypnoidal state where the lower consciousness and the normal consciousness wrestle for the control of reason.

From In the Heart of a Fool by White, William Allen

In this hypnoidal state a strongly heightened suggestibility exists and trivial external causes give daydreams their direction.

From Pathology of Lying, accusation, and swindling: a study in forensic psychology by Healy, William

Even outside of the hypnoidal state, these cases are more suggestible than the general run of people.

From Pathology of Lying, accusation, and swindling: a study in forensic psychology by Healy, William

If the dreams cannot be voluntarily recalled, they are brought to light by means of hypnotism, psycho-analysis, or the employment of what is known as the "hypnoidal" state—as induced by Dr. Boris Sidis.

From The Problems of Psychical Research Experiments and Theories in the Realm of the Supernormal by Carrington, Hereward

In recent years, this quiet, peaceful condition, with eyes closed, thorough relaxation and absolute attention, has sometimes been spoken of as the hypnoidal state.

From Psychotherapy by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)