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Mesmerised Meaning in English

word · lemma: mesmerise

ˈmɛzməˌraɪzd
MEZ-muh-ryzd
mˈɛsməɹˌaɪzd
MEZ-muh-ryzd

Definición

Being so interested or amazed by something or someone that you can't look away or think about anything else.

Uso & Matices

Used mostly in British English; American English prefers 'mesmerized' (with 'z'). Common in both formal and literary contexts, especially for describing fascination by performances, people, or beautiful scenes. Often used with 'by' ('mesmerised by the show'). Not necessarily romantic—applies to any strong, almost magical attraction.

Oraciones de Ejemplo

The children were mesmerised by the magician's tricks.

basic

She was mesmerised by the beautiful painting.

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He stood mesmerised by the fireworks in the sky.

basic

I was completely mesmerised and forgot where I was.

natural

We were mesmerised by her voice the whole night.

natural

He looked so mesmerised that he didn't even notice the time passing.

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