magical

adjective

mag·​i·​cal ˈma-ji-kəl 

1

: of, relating to, characterized by, or producing magic : magic

magical powers

a story set in a magical world

a magical charm/spell/incantation

an amulet believed to have magical properties

2

: produced by or as if by magic

a magical transformation

words that seemed to have a magical effect

3

: extremely or extraordinarily pleasant, enjoyable, or exciting

a magical evening

On that first magical morning in London, my heart and spirit turned everything into delight.

—Russell Baker

The 2008 presidential race was almost a dead heat and the entire year leading up to the election had been a magical time to work on a live satirical sketch comedy show.

—Amy Poehler

magically

ˈma-ji-k(ə-)lē 

adverb

magically transformed

a change that happened almost magically

Some officers seem to rise magically through the ranks, immune to criticism that would trip up others.

—Mark Thompson

Synonyms of magical

• magic
• enchanted
• charmed

Examples of magical in a Sentence

the gym was decorated to resemble a magical wonderland for the party

modern aviation must seem magical to someone who doesn't understand basic aeronautics

the child prodigy's musical talent is so spectacular that it seems magical

Recent Examples on the Web

Not a maximal one, but if being a true pop singer means singing lead on some of the most magical recordings of the 20th century, Love did that. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 19 Sep. 2026

But figuring it out is an urgent concern here, given Beijing’s evident faith in AI as a magical solution to the country’s deepening economic and social problems, and as an essential tool in the pursuit of global dominance over the United States. — Michael Schuman, The Atlantic, 19 Sep. 2026

Love was in the air, the city was magical, and every detail was simply unforgettable! — Alex Apatoff, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2026

Hoisted about two meters above the stage as a magical tree, Letsoela stays in character despite the nerves. — ABC News, 18 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing magical

• magical realism

Rhymes for magical

• tragical