hypnosis
nounStress: second syllable
Syllables: hyp-no-sis (3)
English Definition
The state of human consciousness involving focused attention and reduced peripheral awareness.
Example Sentence
The therapist used hypnosis to help the patient relax.
US IPA
/hɪpˈnoʊsɪs/
UK IPA
/hɪpˈnəʊsɪs/