Word
magnetic
Phoneticsmag·net·ic, stress on the second syllable
US/mæɡˈnɛtɪk/
UK/mæɡnˈɛtɪk/
Definitions
01physical magnetism
B2 · Upper Intermediate Science
adj. relating to or using the force of a magnet to pull metal objects.
adj. pertaining to, operating by, or exhibiting the properties of magnetism.
“The cabinet doors have a magnetic strip to keep them closed tightly.”
“The researchers used a magnetic field to manipulate the iron particles within the liquid solution.”
Usage
Usually placed before the noun.
Synonyms
Antonyms
02Earth's poles
C1 · Advanced Science Technical
adj. relating to the Earth's magnetic poles rather than the map's North Pole.
adj. determined by or relating to the Earth's magnetic fields as opposed to geographic ones.
“The compass points to magnetic north, not the true North Pole.”
“Navigators must account for the difference between magnetic north and true north when plotting long-distance courses.”
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “magnetic” in context.
Verb
01. exert a magnetic pull
“The city exerts a magnetic pull on young artists looking for inspiration.”
verb + adj + noun
02. possess a magnetic charm
“He possessed a magnetic charm that made it easy for him to win over his critics.”
verb + adj + noun
Adjective
03. intensely magnetic
“The lead actor gave an intensely magnetic performance that captivated the entire audience.”
adv + adj
04. magnetic personality
“She has such a magnetic personality that people are naturally drawn to her at parties.”
adj + noun
Noun
05. magnetic field
“The Earth's magnetic field protects us from harmful solar radiation.”
adj + noun
06. magnetic resonance imaging
“The doctor ordered a magnetic resonance imaging scan to check for soft tissue damage.”
adj + noun + noun
07. magnetic strip
“The magnetic strip on the back of my credit card has become scratched and unreadable.”
adj + noun
Real-World Examples
“But it’s possible to measure the size of the planet and its distance from the star it orbits, and make deductions about its atmosphere and temperature – and, more indirectly, about its magnetic field.” “Earth’s molten iron core unexpectedly reversed direction beneath the Pacific, revealing a dramatic change in the hidden engine that creates our planet’s magnetic field.” “The second is the "tangled magnetic field lines" in the Sun's atmosphere that constantly snap and then reconnect.” “Upcoming missions could also make history by exploring the Moon’s far side and a mysterious magnetic lunar swirl.” Etymology
From magnet + -ic.
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
NOUN
ADJECTIVE
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
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