magnetic
6 synonyms and 5 antonyms for magnetic, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having the properties of a magnet, especially the ability to attract iron or steel.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use magnetic
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From magnet + the adjective suffix -ic; "magnet" traces back through Latin and Greek to Magnesia, a region associated with naturally magnetic stone.
Full origin of magnetic →Frequently asked questions
What does “magnetic” mean?
The word “magnetic” means having the properties of a magnet, especially the ability to attract iron or steel. In plain terms, able to attract metal like a magnet, or (of a person) irresistibly charismatic.
How do you pronounce “magnetic”?
“Magnetic” is pronounced mag-NEH-tihk (/mæɡˈnɛtɪk/ in IPA).
How do you use “magnetic” in a sentence?
Here is “magnetic” used in a sentence: “The fridge door is magnetic, so the kids' drawings stick right to it.”
What is the opposite of “magnetic”?
The opposite of “magnetic” — its antonyms — are antimagnetic, geographic, repulsive, non-magnetic and nonmagnetic.
What part of speech is “magnetic”?
“Magnetic” is an adjective.
Where does the word “magnetic” come from?
The word “magnetic” comes from Latin. From magnet + the adjective suffix -ic; "magnet" traces back through Latin and Greek to Magnesia, a region associated with naturally magnetic stone.
Is “magnetic” a common word?
“Magnetic” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.
How many meanings does “magnetic” have?
“Magnetic” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having the properties of a magnet, especially the ability to attract iron or steel.
What is the difference between magnetic and magnetized?
Magnetic describes something that has the properties of a magnet or can be attracted by one, such as iron or steel. Magnetized (or magnetised) describes an object that has been given magnetic properties, often temporarily, by exposure to a magnetic field.
What is the difference between magnetic and electric?
Magnetic relates to magnets and the force that attracts iron or steel, while electric relates to electricity and the flow of electrical charge. The two are closely connected in physics through electromagnetism but describe different effects.
What nouns commonly follow magnetic?
Frequent collocations include magnetic field, magnetic pole, magnetic force, and magnetic personality. The last of these uses the figurative sense meaning charismatic or highly attractive.