How to Pronounce "mentalist"
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ˈmɛntəlɪst
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mˈɛntəlˌɪst
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Definition
A mentalist is a performer who seems to read minds, predict thoughts, or use mental tricks to impress an audience. In some contexts, it can refer to someone who studies the mind, but it is mostly used for entertainers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɛntəlɪst
British English
mˈɛntəlˌɪst
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Listen in Context
The mentalist impressed the audience with his tricks.
A mentalist can often guess what you are thinking.
My friend wants to be a mentalist when he grows up.
I watched a mentalist guess someone's phone number on stage last night.