
Trance
Not Unconscious
Different from being unconscious, 'trance' implies a person is still responsive to external stimuli.

Even in a trance, she nodded to the rhythm of her favorite song.
Induced State
'Trance' often suggests a state that's intentionally brought about, e.g., by meditation or hypnosis.

He went into a trance during the guided meditation session.
Focus Related
A 'trance-like state' can result from deep concentration on a task or activity.

She fell into a trance while painting the landscape.
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