antihypnotic

/ˌæntihaɪˈnɒtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or used in the treatment of a condition that prevents a person from being hypnotized

“The doctor prescribed an antihypnotic medication to the patient for the hypnosis therapy.”

2. noun

a substance used to treat a condition that prevents a person from being hypnotized

“The patient was given an antihypnotic to induce a state of deep relaxation.”

3. noun

a person who has a condition that prevents them from being hypnotized

“The hypnotherapist worked with an antihypnotic to help them overcome their phobia.”

Synonyms

  • anti-hypnotic
  • hypno-resistant

Antonyms

  • hypnotic
  • suggestible