magnetic
- 1Able to pull things made of iron or steel, the way a magnet does.
Like a magnet that grabs paperclips when you bring it close.
A magnetic toy can pick up small metal pins.
The clips on the board are magnetic, so they stick to metal.
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- 2Connected with magnetism, or made to work by it.
Like the invisible pull between two magnets.
A compass uses a magnetic force to point north.
The magnetic field around the wire moved the needle.
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- 3So charming or interesting that people feel pulled toward you.
Like a magnet, but for people: they just want to be near you.
The singer has a magnetic smile that draws everyone in.
Her warm, magnetic personality made the whole room feel welcome.
Similarcharismatic, captivating, alluring, compelling, mesmerizing
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- 4Measured using the earth's natural magnetism rather than the true north pole.
A compass shows magnetic north, which is a little different from true north.
Pilots adjust for the gap between magnetic and true directions.
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Less common meaning
- 5Related to an old belief that a special unseen force flowed between living things and could heal.
The healer claimed her magnetic touch could cure the fever.
Visitors lined up to feel the doctor's magnetic powers.
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Origin
From the word "magnet" plus "-ic".