magnetic
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/
KK: /mæɡˈnɛtɪk/
adjective
Definition
Able to be attracted by a magnet or having the ability to attract others, often used to describe a strong personality.
Example
She has a magnetic charm that draws people to her.
Conversation
Did you meet Sarah? She's got such a magnetic personality.
Yeah, I talked to her for a bit. She really draws people in!
It's amazing how some people just have that magnetic charm.
I know, right? It makes conversations so much more enjoyable.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
attractive
charismatic
alluring
Antonyms
repulsive
unattractive
deterrent
noun
Definition
A material that is attracted to magnets or can create a magnetic field.
Example
Iron is a magnetic material that can be attracted by a magnet.
Conversation
Have you ever seen a magnetic rock before?
No, I haven't! What makes it special?
It's fascinating how it attracts metal objects.
Root Explanation
Magnetic → It is formed from "magnet" (from Latin *magnes*, meaning lodestone or magnet) and the suffix "-ic" (meaning pertaining to or having the nature of). The word "magnetic" refers to something that has the nature of a magnet or is related to magnetism.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'magnet' which refers to something that attracts metal, and remember that 'magnetic' means having the nature of a magnet.
Visually Confused Words
unmagnetic
manganetic
mantic
zoomagnetic
nonmagnetic
metagenetic
isomagnetic
geomagnetic