Mesmeric (adjective)

Relating to or characterized by mesmerism, a form of hypnosis or hypnotic trance; having a powerful and captivating effect.

Origin:

From mesmer, the surname of the 18th century physician franz anton mesmer, who popularized the use of hypnosis and mesmerism.

Examples:

1. The magician's mesmeric performance had the audience in a trance.
2. The singer's voice was mesmeric, drawing the audience into her spell.
3. The mesmeric effect of the music was undeniable, it was hard to resist its influence.
4. The speaker's words had a mesmeric effect on the audience, who hung on every word.
5. The hypnotist's mesmeric powers were able to put the subject into a trance.