Dictionary Check: trance

"trance" is a valid word!

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Definition

noun

a psychological state induced by (or as if induced by) a magical incantation

Synonyms:
noun

a state of mind in which consciousness is fragile and voluntary action is poor or missing; a state resembling deep sleep

noun

A genre of electronic dance music with a fast tempo, repetitive phrasing, and often a hypnotic effect.

Example: "Classic trance employs a 4/4 time signature, a tempo of 125 to 150 BPM, and 32 beat phrases and is somewhat faster than house music"
verb

attract; cause to be enamored

Example: "She captured all the men's hearts"

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