magnetic
1 of 2adjective
mag·net·ic mag-ˈne-tik 
1
: possessing an extraordinary power or ability to attract
a magnetic personality
2
a
: of or relating to a magnet or to magnetism
b
: of, relating to, or characterized by the earth's magnetism
c
: magnetized or capable of being magnetized
d
: actuated by magnetic attraction
magnetically
mag-ˈne-ti-k(ə-)lē
adverb magnetic
2 of 2noun
: a magnetic substance
Synonyms
Adjective
- alluring
- appealing
- attractive
- bewitching
- captivating
- charismatic
- charming
- elfin
- enchanting
- engaging
- entrancing
- fascinating
- fetching
- glamorous
- glamourous
- luring
- seductive
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Example Sentences
Adjective a cult leader who attracted followers with his magnetic gaze
Recent Examples on the Web
Joshua Hawkins, BGR, 7 Sep. 2022 Their dispatches include valuable scientific data about interstellar magnetic fields, cosmic rays and plasma waves. Amy Hubbard, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2022 Strong magnetic fields cause matter to fly out from the accretion disk too, either as diffuse galactic winds or in powerful narrow jets. Thomas Lewton, Quanta Magazine, 23 Aug. 2022 The cause, most likely, was the twisting and recombining of magnetic fields inside the matter orbiting the black hole—the same basic dynamic that causes solar flares in our own star. Seth Fletcher, Scientific American, 20 Aug. 2022 WiTricity, a 2007 spinoff from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, makes systems that use magnetic fields to wirelessly recharge batteries in devices ranging from smartphones to electric cars. BostonGlobe.com, 9 Aug. 2022 Palmer especially is a fountain of magnetic energy, and Kaluuya, like usual, leaves his heart right on screen. Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 20 July 2022 From her monochromatic silhouettes to her magnetic energy, LaPointe knows how to turn up the heat in the Hamptons. Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 17 July 2022 Observations of our own Sun indicate that most flares are associated with sunspots and are caused by the release of magnetic energy. Chris Lee, Ars Technica, 17 Jan. 2022 New York Times, 7 Feb. 2020 Mars once had a protective magnetic shield like Earth does. Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics, 25 Feb. 2020 The Pro Trek also uses a proprietary magnetic charging cord, which is cool—just don’t lose it. The Editors, Outdoor Life, 20 Feb. 2020 The performance was classic Lizzo: high-energy, magnetic, and just so fun. Christopher Rosa, Glamour, 27 Jan. 2020 The students can keep their phones with them but can’t access them without a special magnetic unlocking mechanism. Sarah Krouse, WSJ, 20 Jan. 2020 His magnetic, easy-going, fun-loving personality, electric smile and thoughtful answers add to the attraction. Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY, 21 Oct. 2019 To put the whole picture together, the researchers also compiled a handful of existing magnetic records based on seafloor sediment cores and ice cores. Scott K. Johnson, Ars Technica, 11 Aug. 2019 Mesmer applied this same magnetic therapy to Österlin and pronounced her cured. National Geographic, 5 Mar. 2019 See More
Adjective
Massive sunspots like these form on the Sun at places where magnetic fields on the star are overly strong. Joshua Hawkins, BGR, 7 Sep. 2022 Their dispatches include valuable scientific data about interstellar magnetic fields, cosmic rays and plasma waves. Amy Hubbard, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2022 Strong magnetic fields cause matter to fly out from the accretion disk too, either as diffuse galactic winds or in powerful narrow jets. Thomas Lewton, Quanta Magazine, 23 Aug. 2022 The cause, most likely, was the twisting and recombining of magnetic fields inside the matter orbiting the black hole—the same basic dynamic that causes solar flares in our own star. Seth Fletcher, Scientific American, 20 Aug. 2022 WiTricity, a 2007 spinoff from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, makes systems that use magnetic fields to wirelessly recharge batteries in devices ranging from smartphones to electric cars. BostonGlobe.com, 9 Aug. 2022 Palmer especially is a fountain of magnetic energy, and Kaluuya, like usual, leaves his heart right on screen. Brian Truitt, USA TODAY, 20 July 2022 From her monochromatic silhouettes to her magnetic energy, LaPointe knows how to turn up the heat in the Hamptons. Eliseé Browchuk, Vogue, 17 July 2022 Observations of our own Sun indicate that most flares are associated with sunspots and are caused by the release of magnetic energy. Chris Lee, Ars Technica, 17 Jan. 2022 Noun
The main wreckage was about 127 feet from the impact crater along a 347⁰ true bearing (335⁰ magnetic) and consisted of the empennage/tailboom, both engines, avionics boxes, and portions of the cockpit instrument panel. New York Times, 7 Feb. 2020 Mars once had a protective magnetic shield like Earth does. Jennifer Leman, Popular Mechanics, 25 Feb. 2020 The Pro Trek also uses a proprietary magnetic charging cord, which is cool—just don’t lose it. The Editors, Outdoor Life, 20 Feb. 2020 The performance was classic Lizzo: high-energy, magnetic, and just so fun. Christopher Rosa, Glamour, 27 Jan. 2020 The students can keep their phones with them but can’t access them without a special magnetic unlocking mechanism. Sarah Krouse, WSJ, 20 Jan. 2020 His magnetic, easy-going, fun-loving personality, electric smile and thoughtful answers add to the attraction. Jeff Zillgitt, USA TODAY, 21 Oct. 2019 To put the whole picture together, the researchers also compiled a handful of existing magnetic records based on seafloor sediment cores and ice cores. Scott K. Johnson, Ars Technica, 11 Aug. 2019 Mesmer applied this same magnetic therapy to Österlin and pronounced her cured. National Geographic, 5 Mar. 2019 See More Word History
First Known Use
Adjective
1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Noun
1655, in the meaning defined above
Phrases Containing magnetic
Kids Definition
magnetic
adjective
mag·net·ic mag-ˈne-tik
1
: acting like a magnet
2
: of or relating to the earth's magnetic field
3
: having a great power to attract people
a magnetic personality
Medical Definition
magnetic 1 of 2
adjective
mag·net·ic mag-ˈnet-ik
1
: of or relating to a magnet or to magnetism
2
: of, relating to, or characterized by the earth's magnetism
3
: magnetized or capable of being magnetized
4
: actuated by magnetic attraction
magnetic
2 of 2noun
: a magnetic substance
magnetic
adjective
as in charismatic
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract a cult leader who attracted followers with his magnetic gaze Synonyms & Similar Words
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- charismatic
- attractive
- appealing
- charming
- seductive
- enchanting
- fascinating
- alluring
- captivating
- interesting
- hypnotic
- bewitching
- entrancing
- galvanic
- luring
- glamourous
- engaging
- elfin
- intriguing
- exciting
- glamorous
- tempting
- hypnotizing
- absorbing
- mesmerizing
- fetching
- riveting
- gripping
- spellbinding
- engrossing
- enthralling
- tantalizing
- haunting
- delightful
- enticing
- arresting
- pleasant
- pleasing
- titillating
- winning
- beckoning
- inviting
- darling
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
- repulsive
- repellent
- repelling
- revolting
- boring
- repugnant
- repellant
- tedious
- irksome
- tiresome
- offensive
- unalluring
- obnoxious
- flat
- wearisome
- loathsome
- odious
- hideous
- horrible
- shocking
- awful
- horrid
- appalling
- abominable
- invidious
- nauseating
- dull
- noisome
- sickening
- abhorrent
- pedestrian
- monotonous
- horrendous
- leaden
- ponderous
- distasteful
- drab
- dreary
- humdrum
- jading