trance
Noun
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A psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation (synset 114430940)
is a type of: mental condition, mental state, psychological condition, psychological state - (psychology) a mental condition in which the qualities of a state are relatively constant even though the state itself may be dynamicsubtypes:
- possession - being controlled by passion or the supernatural
- captivation, fascination - the state of being intensely interested (as by awe or terror)
same as: enchantment, spell -
A state of mind in which consciousness is fragile and voluntary action is poor or missing;
A state resembling deep sleep (synset 105689175)is a type of: unconsciousness - a state lacking normal awareness of the self or environmentsubtypes:- hypnotic trance - a trance induced by the use of hypnosis; the person accepts the suggestions of the hypnotist
- ecstatic state, religious trance - a trance induced by intense religious devotion; does not show reduced bodily functions that are typical of other trances
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