mesmeric

[mez-mer-ik, mes-]

adjective

1. produced by mesmerism; hypnotic.

2. compelling; fascinating.

mesmeric

/ mɛzˈmɛrɪk /

adjective

1. holding (someone) as if spellbound

2. of or relating to mesmerism

Other Word Forms

• mesmerically adverb
• unmesmeric adjective
• unmesmerically adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of mesmeric¹

First recorded in 1820–30; mesmer(ism) + -ic

Example Sentences

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers joined the 4-1 club with a mesmeric 38-35 win in Seattle in which the sides traded nine touchdowns in 10 sparkling possessions before the Seahawks cracked first with a late interception.

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This allusive track boasts the album’s most sweeping chorus, anchored by Swift’s mesmeric alto and a masterfully orchestrated rhythm that uses moments of quiet to its advantage.

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That first half was mesmeric; six tries, the impetus swinging this way and that, the Wallabies buoyant and then bruised, the Lions beleaguered and then battling hard to get back into it.

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However, back in the shop, amid the mesmeric hum of sanders and drum fans, a thought dawned on him: “What would have happened to all the knowledge if I had died?”

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He has superb skill, his balance is mesmeric, it’s phenomenal.

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Related Words

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• beautiful 
• charming 
• engaging 
• enticing 
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• glamorous 
• good-looking 
• gorgeous 
• handsome 
• interesting 
• inviting 
• lovely 
• pleasant 
• pleasing 
• tempting