to put in the hypnotic state.

to influence, control, or direct completely, as by personal charm, words, or domination

The speaker hypnotized the audience with his powerful personality.

to frighten or startle so that movement is impossible

The headlights hypnotized the deer and it just stood staring at the oncoming car.

to practice hypnosis; put or be able to put others into a hypnotic state.

verb

excite , exhilarate , incite , inspire , stimulate

verb

anesthetize , bring under control , captivate , charm , drug , dull the will , entrance , fascinate , hold under a spell , induce , lull to sleep , magnetize , make drowsy , make sleepy , mesmerize , narcotize , put to sleep , soothe , stupefy , subject tosuggestion , allure , spellbind