magnetism

noun
UK: /ˈmæɡnətɪzəm/
US: /ˈmæɡnətɪzəm/

  1. A physical force that causes objects to attract or repel each other.

    1. The toy uses magnetism to stick to the fridge.
    2. Scientists are studying the magnetism of certain newly discovered materials.

  2. A strong attractive power or charm that makes people like someone or something.

    1. Her smile had a strange magnetism that drew him in.
    2. The politician's personal magnetism helped him win the election easily.

Synonyms

attraction allure charm appeal fascination gravity

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "magnetism" in English means: A physical force that causes objects to attract or repel each other., A strong attractive power or charm that makes people like someone or something..

The phonetic transcription of "magnetism" is /ˈmæɡnətɪzəm/ in British English and /ˈmæɡnətɪzəm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "magnetism": attraction, allure, charm, appeal, fascination, gravity.

Example usage of "magnetism": "The toy uses magnetism to stick to the fridge.". More examples on the page.