hypnosis

noun

Stress: 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/