Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

hypn

Prefix

/hɪpn/

Definition

A prefix relating to sleep or hypnosis.

Examples

Hypnosis is often used for therapeutic purposes.
Hypnotherapy can help with anxiety and stress relief.
Some people experience hypnagogic hallucinations during the transition to sleep.

Meaning

The term ‘hypn’ is derived from the Greek word ‘hypnos’, meaning sleep. It refers to various concepts associated with sleep or a state of consciousness resembling sleep, particularly in the contexts of psychology and medicine.