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magnetic

mag·net·ic
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [mag-net-ik]
    • /mægˈnɛt ɪk/
    • /mæɡˈnet.ɪk/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [mag-net-ik]
    • /mægˈnɛt ɪk/

Definitions of magnetic word

  • adjective magnetic of or relating to a magnet or magnetism. 1
  • adjective magnetic having the properties of a magnet. 1
  • adjective magnetic capable of being magnetized or attracted by a magnet. 1
  • adjective magnetic pertaining to the magnetic field of the earth: the magnetic equator. 1
  • adjective magnetic exerting a strong attractive power or charm: a magnetic personality. 1
  • adjective magnetic noting or pertaining to various bearings and measurements as indicated by a magnetic compass: magnetic amplitude; magnetic course; magnetic meridian. 1

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Origin of magnetic

First appearance:

before 1625
One of the 42% oldest English words
From the Late Latin word magnēticus, dating back to 1625-35. See magnet, -ic

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Parts of speech for Magnetic

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

magnetic popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 96% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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Synonyms for magnetic

adj magnetic

  • seductive — tending to seduce; enticing; beguiling; captivating: a seductive smile.
  • hypnotic — of or relating to hypnosis or hypnotism.
  • irresistible — not resistible; incapable of being resisted or withstood: an irresistible impulse.
  • alluring — Someone or something that is alluring is very attractive.
  • appealing — Someone or something that is appealing is pleasing and attractive.

adjective magnetic

  • attractive — A person who is attractive is pleasant to look at.
  • compelling — A compelling argument or reason is one that convinces you that something is true or that something should be done.
  • mesmeric — produced by mesmerism; hypnotic.
  • enchanting — Delightfully charming or attractive.
  • entrancing — Present participle of entrance.

Antonyms for magnetic

adj magnetic

  • repulsive — causing repugnance or aversion: a repulsive mask.
  • repellent — causing distaste or aversion; repulsive.

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