magnetic

Sometimes mag·net·i·cal

[mag-net-ik]

adjective

1. of or relating to a magnet or magnetism.

2. having the properties of a magnet.

3. capable of being magnetized or attracted by a magnet.

4. pertaining to the magnetic field of the earth.

   the magnetic equator.

5. exerting a strong attractive power or charm.

   a magnetic personality.

   Synonyms: captivating, charismatic, persuasive

6. noting or pertaining to various bearings and measurements as indicated by a magnetic compass.

   magnetic amplitude;

   magnetic course;

   magnetic meridian.

magnetic

/ mæɡˈnɛtɪk /

adjective

1. of, producing, or operated by means of magnetism

2. of or concerned with a magnet

3. of or concerned with the magnetism of the earth

   the magnetic equator

4. capable of being magnetized

5. exerting a powerful attraction

   a magnetic personality

magnetic

1. Producing, caused by, or making use of magnetic fields.

Other Word Forms

• magnetically adverb
• nonmagnetic adjective
• nonmagnetical adjective
• nonmagnetically adverb
• overmagnetic adjective
• overmagnetically adverb
• semimagnetic adjective
• semimagnetical adjective
• semimagnetically adverb
• unmagnetic adjective
• unmagnetical adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of magnetic¹

From the Late Latin word magnēticus, dating back to 1625–35. See magnet, -ic

Example Sentences

Holland, on the heels of his stellar turn in the underappreciated character study “Exhibiting Forgiveness,” can make you forget how little we know of Roger’s background, so magnetic is his prickly, awkward emotional confusion.

From Los Angeles Times

The Northern Lights are caused by solar winds carrying charged particles interacting with the earth's magnetic field.

From BBC

Flighty and magnetic, Oliver trills that his clique is “one big happy family,” using his faux-obliviousness to shield himself from being the bad guy.

From Los Angeles Times

Beth and her friends would use their pocket money in the late noughties to buy magnetic earrings, badges and toe rings from the accessories brand.

From BBC

Tristan Rogers, the Australian actor behind the magnetic Robert Scorpio on “General Hospital,” died Friday after a battle with lung cancer, according to his manager.

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• hypnotic 
• irresistible 
• seductive