thermomagnetic
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌθɜːrmoʊməˈɡnɛtɪk/
KK: /θɜrmoʊməˈɡnɛtɪk/
adjective
Definition
Relating to effects that happen when a material is in both a temperature difference and a magnetic field.
Example
The thermomagnetic properties of the material were studied to improve its efficiency in energy applications.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new thermomagnetic materials they’re developing?
No, what are they used for?
They can generate electricity when exposed to heat and magnetic fields.
That sounds really innovative! I can't wait to learn more about it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
magnetothermal
thermoresistive
thermomagnetic
Antonyms
nonmagnetic
insulating
neutral
Root Explanation
Thermomagnetic is formed from "thermo-" (from Greek "thermos", meaning heat) and "magnetic" (from Greek "magnetis", meaning of Magnesia, a region known for its magnetic properties). The word describes phenomena related to heat and magnetism.
Memory Tip
Think of 'heat' ('thermo-') and 'magnetism' ('magnetic') coming together to describe how heat affects magnetic properties.
Visually Confused Words
theomantic
ferromagnetic
hemogenetic
geomagnetic