ANIMAL MAGNETISM Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

animal magnetism

noun

Definition of animal magnetism

as in appeal

the power of irresistible attraction a photograph that captures the athlete's animal magnetism

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Recent Examples of animal magnetism Each essay in this collection understands science differently—some are analyzing very tangible discoveries, like the x-ray or stethoscope, and others explore pseudosciences like phrenology and animal magnetism. — Chava Pearl Lansky, JSTOR Daily, 30 July 2025 And of course, Fox’s animal magnetism attracted the approval of the rocker. — Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 17 July 2023 Keoghan’s own animal magnetism is present onscreen, if only because his physicality is so refreshingly untamed. — Matthew Jacobs, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Dec. 2022 Based on the widely popular theory of animal magnetism proposed by Franz Mesmer at the end of the 18th century, Allix claimed that snails are particularly well suited to communicate by a magnetism-like force through the ambient medium. — Justin E. H. Smith, Wired, 3 Mar. 2022 In the eighteenth century, Franz Mesmer introduced his concept of mesmerism, or animal magnetism, involving a universal vital fluid that passes in and out through our pores. — Nick Paumgarten, The New Yorker, 1 Nov. 2021 Your animal magnetism could be a big turn-on for a special someone this evening. — Tribune Content Agency, oregonlive, 15 May 2021 The student need not believe that Noah existed, or that his animal magnetism was as great as is said, or how long-lived his children were. — Luther Ray Abel, National Review, 17 Sep. 2020

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Noun

Building a free-flowing, attack-minded squad was the priority, but Keegan’s appeal stretched beyond the dressing room.

— James Pearce, New York Times, 22 July 2026
Few properties capture this boutique appeal quite like the Greek Revival estate Ashford Acres Inn, originally constructed in 1858.

— Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2026

Definition of appeal

Noun

The list compiled 300 cities of varying sizes across 22 factors of market attractiveness, affordability and quality of life.

— Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026
The same actions that increase a business’s attractiveness to buyers also improve efficiency, strengthen profitability, reduce risk and create more freedom for the owner today.

— Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026

Definition of attractiveness

Noun

Their signature farmhouse look imbues it with a certain bucolic charm, and all their products are hand-forged in Charleston, South Carolina.

— Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026
Cassidy is first shown tentatively reconnecting over an Italian meal with Craig (Peter McDonald), a DI who, on the surface, appears to be full of Irish charm.

— Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 22 July 2026

Definition of charm

Noun

Located near Inverness, Cabot Highlands offers 36 holes, lodging, and access to other golf courses and Highland attractions like Loch Ness.

— Zach Schenfisch, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
The main attraction here is the Old Lincoln County Courthouse, where Kid made his last daring escape from jail and killed two deputies in the process.

— Allison Savage Bates, Denver Post, 19 July 2026

Definition of attraction

Noun

As Sparrow prepared to open the installation, ARTnews spoke to the artist about her fascination with the everyday and the role of nostalgia in her work.

— Lilyanna D'Amato, ARTnews.com, 22 July 2026
Christopher Nolan’s fascination with time is one of the defining themes of his films.

— Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of fascination

Noun

During the destruction of Krypton, Kara’s scientist parents, Zor-El (David Krumholtz) and Alura (Emily Beecham), managed to break off a city of Krypton – Argo City – that was protected by a force field.

— Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026
So assuming the respective number of degrees of freedom for each scalar, matter, and force field in the Standard Model, how many does that make?

— Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 15 June 2026

Definition of force field

Noun

Through effortless magnetism, and extraordinary emotional precision, this actor crafts a character who belongs as much to the sea as the shore.

— William Earl, Variety, 25 July 2026
The pacing sometimes goes slack, but even when the narrative starts wandering, Simple Town boasts a goofy magnetism that sustains the movie astonishingly well.

— Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 21 July 2026

Definition of magnetism

Noun

Grilling brings out the sweetness in cherry tomatoes, which pair beautifully with the smoky flavor of planked salmon.

— Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026
According to Bulleit, ’87 opens with aromas of caramel and brown sugar followed by baking spices and oak, finishing with a combination of sweetness and rye spice.

— Emily Price, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026

Definition of sweetness

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