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

• bewitched
• charmed
• enchanted
• entranced
• magic
• spellbound

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

There’s something a little bit magical happening with weatherproof sofas and couches right now. —Erika Owen, Vogue, 7 June 2025

It’s also got a wealth of signature natural wonders to show off, from the mountains to the sea, just as the Paris Games featured the Eiffel Tower and the magical evening skyline. —Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2025

Aimed at preschoolers, the series follows a young girl learning the ropes of witchcraft with the help of her magical pets and a supportive community. —Jamie Lang, Variety, 7 June 2025

During last year’s Stanley Cup magical goodwill tour around South Florida, a Panthers staffer surprised patrons by walking into Shuck N Dive in September with the trophy, setting off a social-media frenzy. —Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 7 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for magical

• tragical