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 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 See All Example Sentences for animal magnetism

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Noun

Hacky sack’s revival is digital in its distribution and analog in its appeal.

— Eddie Brown, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026
His public appeal came after Russia bombarded Kyiv with drones and missiles in another deadly attack at the start of the week.

— Tiago Ventura, Time, 8 July 2026

Definition of appeal

Noun

Owners can enhance their business's attractiveness by packaging existing services into ongoing agreements, transforming it into a more predictable and transferable asset for sale.

— Melissa Houston, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
The body-hugging jean aligns with the viral phenomenon centered on maximizing physical attractiveness through deliberate changes to appearance, grooming, fitness, style and medical procedures.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 24 June 2026

Definition of attractiveness

Noun

This year’s version was beefed up with a few extra attractions to go along with some of the staples which again included the food tent and beer garden, the golf challenge held at Depot Pond and a pet show.

— David Sharos, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026
Best Hotels & Resorts The Junto The Junto, a 198-room independent lifestyle hotel, sits along the Scioto River in the Peninsula, directly across from COSI (the Center of Science and Industry) and within walking distance of downtown attractions.

— Rafael Pena, Travel + Leisure, 12 July 2026

Definition of attraction

Noun

From this space emerges the witch, a symbol of collective female strength and a figure through whom fascination and fear continue to be explored.

— Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 8 July 2026
Fans want to feel as close to the objects of their fascination as possible.

— Rosemary Feitelberg, Footwear News, 8 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

Critical properties such as magnetism and conductivity are determined by the electrons of these atoms.

— Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026
Your natural magnetism is strong, but this moment is less about attracting attention and more about directing your energy toward a meaningful goal.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026

Definition of magnetism

Noun

The natural sweetness of the rum’s grade A molasses will require less sugar, and the structure that comes with age may inspire you to sip this one in the evening at sundown when the temperatures dip, rather than midday poolside.

— Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Like the perfect peach, your fruit salad should dance between acidity and sweetness.

— Cooking Editor, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of sweetness

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