magnetize

mag·ne·tize

verb \ˈmag-nə-ˌtīz\

mag·ne·tizedmag·ne·tiz·ing

Definition of MAGNETIZE

transitive verb

1

: to induce magnetic properties in

2

: to attract like a magnet : charm

— mag·ne·tiz·able \-ˌtī-zə-bəl\ adjective

— mag·ne·tiz·er noun

Examples of MAGNETIZE

1. Her performance magnetized the audience.
2. <the store's gorgeous window displays never fail to magnetize shoppers and sightseers>

First Known Use of MAGNETIZE

1801

Related to MAGNETIZE

Synonyms: allure, beguile, bewitch, captivate, enchant, fascinate, kill, charm, wile, witch [archaic]

Related Words: disarm, draw, entice, lure, pull, seduce, tempt; delight, gratify, please; arrest, enrapture, enthrall (or enthral), entrance; appeal (to), interest, intrigue; beckon, court, invite, solicit, woo

Near Antonyms: disgust, offend, repel, revolt; annoy, displease, irk; bore, tire, weary

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