magnetize

verb

mag·​ne·​tize ˈmag-nə-ˌtīz How to pronounce magnetize (audio)
magnetized; magnetizing

transitive verb

1
: to induce magnetic properties in
2
: to attract like a magnet : charm
magnetizable adjective
magnetizer noun

Examples of magnetize in a Sentence

Her performance magnetized the audience. the store's gorgeous window displays never fail to magnetize shoppers and sightseers
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Butler and Malkovich turn bullying into hambone art, and Isaac magnetizes our sympathy as the daredevil but still relatively civilized Nick, who’s caught in the middle of all this. Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 3 Sep. 2025 Once Venus struts into your sign on Aug. 25, your charm becomes magnetized, which can be ideal for networking, romantic opportunities or simply getting noticed in a big way. Valerie Mesa, People.com, 22 Aug. 2025 But organizations that embrace these three non-negotiables are magnetizing ambitious, loyal Gen Z employees—while their competitors watch the door swing. Roberta Matuson, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025 Plus, the curved remote control is magnetized to store neatly right on top, because even fans deserve to be this sleek. Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for magnetize

Word History

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of magnetize was in 1792

Cite this Entry

“Magnetize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magnetize. Accessed 9 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

magnetize

verb
mag·​ne·​tize ˈmag-nə-ˌtīz How to pronounce magnetize (audio)
magnetized; magnetizing
1
: to cause to be magnetic
2
: to attract like a magnet : charm
magnetizable adjective
magnetization
ˌmag-nət-ə-ˈzā-shən
noun

Medical Definition

magnetize

transitive verb
mag·​ne·​tize
variants also British magnetise
magnetized also British magnetised; magnetizing also British magnetising
: to induce magnetic properties in
magnetizable adjective
also British magnetisable

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