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- [mag-ni-tahyz]
- /ˈmæg nɪˌtaɪz/
- /ˈmæɡ.nə.taɪz/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [mag-ni-tahyz]
- /ˈmæg nɪˌtaɪz/
Definitions of magnetize word
- verb with object magnetize to make a magnet of or impart the properties of a magnet to. 1
- verb with object magnetize to exert an attracting or compelling influence upon: The evangelist's oratory magnetized his listeners. 1
- verb with object magnetize Archaic. to mesmerize. 1
- noun magnetize Give magnetic properties to; make magnetic. 1
- transitive verb magnetize make sth magnetic 1
- transitive verb magnetize attract, fascinate sb 1
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Origin of magnetize
First appearance:
before 1775 One of the 45% newest English words
First recorded in 1775-85; magnet + -ize
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Parts of speech for Magnetize
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
magnetize popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 55% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.
magnetize usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for magnetize
verb magnetize
- draw — to cause to move in a particular direction by or as if by a pulling force; pull; drag (often followed by along, away, in, out, or off).
- fascinate — to attract and hold attentively by a unique power, personal charm, unusual nature, or some other special quality; enthrall: a vivacity that fascinated the audience.
- influence — the capacity or power of persons or things to be a compelling force on or produce effects on the actions, behavior, opinions, etc., of others: He used family influence to get the contract.
- allure — to entice or tempt (someone) to a person or place or to a course of action; attract
- charm — Charm is the quality of being pleasant or attractive.
Antonyms for magnetize
verb magnetize
- dissuade — to deter by advice or persuasion; persuade not to do something (often followed by from): She dissuaded him from leaving home.
- repel — to drive or force back (an assailant, invader, etc.).
- repulse — to drive back; repel: to repulse an assailant.
- turn off — to cause to move around on an axis or about a center; rotate: to turn a wheel.
Top questions with magnetize
- how to magnetize something?
- how to magnetize?
- how to magnetize metal?
- how to magnetize a screwdriver?
- how to magnetize screwdriver?
- how to magnetize a hammer?
- how to permanently magnetize steel?
- how to magnetize steel permanently?
- how to magnetize ball bearings?
- how to magnetize a needle?
- how to magnetize metal without a magnet?
- how to magnetize water?
- how to magnetize a generator?
- how to magnetize a card?
- how to magnetize a screwdriver tip?
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