magnetized
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈmæɡ.nɪ.taɪzd/
KK: /ˈmæɡnɪˌtaɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Having the properties of a magnet or being made magnetic.
Example
The magnetized metal attracted the paper clips.
Conversation
Did you see that new science experiment with the magnetized objects?
Yeah, it looked really cool!
I didn’t know you could make things magnetized like that so easily.
I know, right? It’s fascinating how it works.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
attracted
charged
polarized
Antonyms
repelled
neutral
unmagnetic
verb
Definition
To make something magnetic or to cause it to attract iron or other magnetic materials.
Example
The technician magnetized the metal parts to ensure they would stick together.
Tense Forms
Past: magnetized
Past Participle: magnetized
Conversation
Did you see how that paperclip magnetized to the fridge?
Yeah, that was pretty cool!
I didn't know it could be magnetized like that just by being near a magnet.
Root Explanation
Magnetized → It is formed from "magnet" (from Latin *magnes*, meaning lodestone or magnet) and the suffix "-ize" (meaning to make or to become). The word "magnetized" means to make something into a magnet or to become magnetic.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'magnet' that is 'made' into something magnetic — that's what 'magnetized' means.
Visually Confused Words
unmagnetized
remagnetize
demagnetize
demagnetizer