Mesmerized Meaning in English
word · lemma: mesmerize
Definition
Feeling so interested, amazed, or attracted by something that you cannot look away or think about anything else.
Usage & Nuances
Used in both formal and informal settings. Commonly used for strong positive fascination, sometimes close to 'hypnotized' but not always literal. Often paired with 'by' or 'with' (e.g., 'mesmerized by the performance'). Not typically used for negative attraction.
Example Sentences
The children were mesmerized by the magician's tricks.
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She was mesmerized by the beautiful sunset.
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I stood there, mesmerized by the dancers on stage.
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He was so mesmerized by her voice that he forgot to clap.
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We were all mesmerized watching the fireworks light up the sky.
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The audience sat mesmerized, not wanting the show to end.
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