What is another word for trancelike?

Pronunciation: [tɹˈansla͡ɪk] (IPA)

The word "trancelike" refers to a state of consciousness in which an individual is deeply relaxed and receptive to suggestions. Synonyms for this word include hypnotic, meditative, entranced, mesmerized, spellbound, and captivated. Each of these words carries a similar connotation of being in a state of altered consciousness, where the mind is focused and receptive. Other synonyms for "trancelike" include dreamy, dazed, and euphoric. All of these words describe a state of mind in which the individual is removed from their ordinary experience of the world and is more attuned to their inner thoughts and feelings.

What are the hypernyms for Trancelike?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the opposite words for trancelike?

Trancelike is a state of mind where a person is lost in their thoughts or emotions, unaware of their surroundings. The antonyms for the word trancelike are wide-awake, alert, conscious, attentive, and vigilant. Wide-awake means being fully alert and awake, not drowsy or inattentive. Alert implies being ready to respond to any situation, being vigilant, or watchful. Conscious means being aware of one's surroundings and thoughts. Attentive means being focused and concentrated on the task at hand and ignoring all distractions. Vigilant is a state of being constantly alert and watchful over one's surroundings for potential danger or threats.

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Usage examples for Trancelike

It lasted for perhaps two minutes, that intense and trancelike stillness; then, like, a stone flung into glassy depths, a woman's scream rudely shattered it, a piercing, terror-stricken scream that brought the rapt audience back to earth with a shock as the liquid music of the flute suddenly ceased.
"The Safety Curtain, and Other Stories"
Ethel M. Dell
Then Harry laughed, and the laugh, unexpected to himself, woke him from the trancelike feeling that possessed him, and he walked more steadily.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine
Her mother sat in one of her trancelike moods, apparently seeing nothing around her, and Amalia took Larry to one side and spoke in low tones.
"The Eye of Dread"
Payne Erskine

Famous quotes with Trancelike

  • Early on a difficult climb, especially a difficult solo climb, you constantly feel the abyss pulling at your back. To resist takes a tremendous conscious effort; you don't dare let your guard down for an instant.A trancelike state settles over your efforts; the climb becomes a clear-eyed dream.In solo climbing the whole enterprise is held together with little more than chutzpah, not the most reliable adhesive.
    Jon Krakauer

Related words: trance, trancelike state, trance states, trance state definition, hypnotic trance definition

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