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trance

/træns/
English Definition
n. dazed or hypnotized state
中文释义
恍惚,出神
Example Sentence

During the meditation session, the practitioner entered a deep trance, remaining motionless for nearly an hour.

在冥想过程中,练习者进入深度恍惚状态,几乎一个小时保持不动。

Synonyms
hypnosis stupor daze
Antonyms
alertness awareness
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trance (daze)
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Practice — Definition Match

Which choice best defines “trance”?

  1. A Dazed or hypnotized state
  2. B A daily written record
  3. C Favorable chance
  4. D Information and skills acquired through experience or education
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A — Dazed or hypnotized state. “trance” means dazed or hypnotized state.

Practice — Which Word Fits?

Which word means “dazed or hypnotized state”?

  1. A diary
  2. B knowledge
  3. C opportunity
  4. D trance
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D — trance. “trance” means dazed or hypnotized state.

Common questions about “trance”

What does “trance” mean?

trance — dazed or hypnotized state. In Chinese: 恍惚,出神.

How do you pronounce “trance”?

trance is pronounced /træns/.

How is “trance” used in a sentence?

During the meditation session, the practitioner entered a deep trance, remaining motionless for nearly an hour. (在冥想过程中,练习者进入深度恍惚状态,几乎一个小时保持不动。)

What are synonyms for “trance”?

hypnosis, stupor, daze — all close in meaning to trance (dazed or hypnotized state).

What is the opposite of “trance”?

alertness, awareness — each the opposite of trance (dazed or hypnotized state).

Is “trance” an SAT vocabulary word?

Yes. trance is on the SAT Prep Basic list — the everyday academic words the SAT assumes you already have. The Digital SAT does not test vocabulary in isolation; words like this one are tested through Words in Context questions, where you choose the word that completes a passage most logically and precisely.

How can I remember “trance”?

trance (daze)

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