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mesmerizing

American  
[mez-muh-rahy-zing, mes-] / ˈmɛz məˌraɪ zɪŋ, ˈmɛs- /
especially British, mesmerising

adjective

  1. completely engrossing; captivating or fascinating.

    He spoke to us extemporaneously for at least two hours, weaving a mesmerizing tapestry of wisdom.

  2. hypnotic or hypnotizing; having a trancelike effect similar to hypnosis.

    The song’s simple repetition of the word “Hallelujah” is comforting, mesmerizing, and uplifting.

Etymology

Origin of mesmerizing

mesmeriz(e) ( def. ) + -ing 2 ( def. )

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