mesmeric
Americanadjective
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holding (someone) as if spellbound
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of or relating to mesmerism
Other Word Forms
- mesmerically adverb
- unmesmeric adjective
- unmesmerically adverb
Etymology
Origin of mesmeric
First recorded in 1820–30; mesmer(ism) + -ic
Example Sentences
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With two pink-felted mallets in his right hand and one in the left, he began to pick out the mesmeric rhythm and melody, expertly striking the xylophone-like metal bars creating a delicate, resonant sound.
From BBC
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.
From BBC
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.
From Los Angeles Times
Six tries in a mesmeric opening period and a six-point lead for the underdogs.
From BBC
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?”
From Los Angeles Times
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