magnetic

[ mag-net-ik ]

/ mægˈnɛt ɪk /

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adjective

of or relating to a magnet or magnetism.

having the properties of a magnet.

capable of being magnetized or attracted by a magnet.

pertaining to the magnetic field of the earth: the magnetic equator.

exerting a strong attractive power or charm: a magnetic personality.

noting or pertaining to various bearings and measurements as indicated by a magnetic compass: magnetic amplitude;magnetic course;magnetic meridian.

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5 persuasive, charismatic, captivating.

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Sometimes mag·net·i·cal .

Origin of magnetic

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

OTHER WORDS FROM magnetic

mag·net·i·cal·ly, adverbnon·mag·net·ic, adjectivenon·mag·net·i·cal, adjectivenon·mag·net·i·cal·ly, adverb

o·ver·mag·net·ic, adjectiveo·ver·mag·net·i·cal·ly, adverbsem·i·mag·net·ic, adjectivesem·i·mag·net·i·cal, adjectivesem·i·mag·net·i·cal·ly, adverbun·mag·net·ic, adjectiveun·mag·net·i·cal, adjective

Words nearby magnetic

magnesium silicate, magnesium sulfate, magnesium trisilicate, magnet, magnetar, magnetic, magnetic amplifier, magnetic anomaly, magnetic bearing, magnetic bottle, magnetic bubble

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How to use magnetic in a sentence

By contrast, Planes and his longtime collaborator Lluís Mañosa are focusing on multicalorics, which respond to multiple stimuli, such as both force and a magnetic field.
The Shape-Shifting Squeeze Coolers|Marcus Woo|August 24, 2020|Quanta Magazine
NASA is investigating whether it’s possible to build a device that would generate a magnetic field to repel radiation, as Earth’s magnetic field does.
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The effect is exactly what would be expected if the particles were being scattered by faint magnetic fields — measuring only about a millionth of a trillionth as strong as a fridge magnet’s.
The Hidden Magnetic Universe Begins to Come Into View|Natalie Wolchover|July 2, 2020|Quanta Magazine
Lenz supposed that at low temperatures, magnetic order should win.
The Cartoon Picture of Magnets That Has Transformed Science|Charlie Wood|June 24, 2020|Quanta Magazine

The blips could be explained by weird new particles called solar axions, or unexpected magnetic properties for certain known particles, neutrinos, the researchers propose.
An unexpected result from a dark matter experiment may signal new particles|Emily Conover|June 17, 2020|Science News
In the future, the ship could be fitted with futuristic lasers and electro-magnetic rail-guns too.
Can the Navy's $12 Billion Stealth Destroyer Stay Afloat?|Dave Majumdar|October 22, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Both are the result of magnetic activity on the sun, but a solar flare has more energy than a CME.
The Sun Is Pummeling Earth. Now What? Solar Storms for Dummies|Lizzie Crocker|September 12, 2014|DAILY BEAST
That shows the magnetic field at work protecting us from these highly energetic particles.
About That ‘World-Ending’ Solar Storm...|Nicole Gugliucci|July 28, 2014|DAILY BEAST
Their surfaces are a froth of magnetic storms, proportionally more violent than the worst weather on the Sun.
The Exoplanet That Wasn’t There|Matthew R. Francis|July 6, 2014|DAILY BEAST
While every neutron star has an intense magnetic field, the ones known as magnetars are exceptional.
The Weirdest Object in the Universe|Matthew R. Francis|May 18, 2014|DAILY BEAST
He went off whistling, and Isabel raised her hand and looked at it meditatively; his own had been unexpectedly warm and magnetic.
Ancestors|Gertrude Atherton
She came with an easy smile into the little group, and immediately her magnetic presence seemed to rivet all attention.
The Weight of the Crown|Fred M. White
Thus, the magnetic telegraph was expected for quite three hundred years before its first tap of the keys announced its presence.
Gospel Philosophy|J. H. Ward
Each movement of the ball within its cage, where magnetic fields crossed and recrossed, would bring instant response.
Astounding Stories, May, 1931|Various
His countenance gave out the fire of an inward passion; his eyes—deep, strange, strong, magnetic—mastered and compelled her.
The Dragon Painter|Mary McNeil Fenollosa

British Dictionary definitions for magnetic

magnetic

/ (mæɡˈnɛtɪk) /

adjective

of, producing, or operated by means of magnetism

of or concerned with a magnet

of or concerned with the magnetism of the earththe magnetic equator

capable of being magnetized

exerting a powerful attractiona magnetic personality

Derived forms of magnetic

magnetically, adverb

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Scientific definitions for magnetic

magnetic

[ măg-nĕt′ĭk ]

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

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