noun
magnetism
MAG-nuh-tihz-uhm
noun
1
The physical property or force by which magnets attract or repel certain materials.
"The experiment demonstrated magnetism by showing how the metal filings aligned around the magnet."
2
A powerful personal charm or ability to attract others.
"Even off stage, the actor had an undeniable magnetism."
How to Use Magnetism
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe physical force behind magnets, or figuratively, a person's natural charm and pull on others.
Common pairings
animal magnetism
personal magnetism
the laws of magnetism
Word Forms
magnetisms plural
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Etymology
From magnet + the noun-forming suffix -ism.