animal magnetism

noun

Definition of animal magnetismnext
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for animal magnetism
  1. appeal
  2. attractiveness
  3. charm
  4. attraction
  5. fascination
  6. force field
  7. magnetism
  8. sweetness
Noun
  • The verdict is still subject to post-trial motions and possible appeals.
    — Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
  • Plastic appeals to cats because of its texture, sound and smell.
    — Ryan Brennan, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026
Definition of appeal
Noun
  • The European Commission said the preloading of Gemini onto Android devices reduced the attractiveness of rival third-party models for the 60% of EU adults who use Android.
    — Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 17 July 2026
  • As popularized by streamer Clavicular, the movement approaches attractiveness like an engineering problem.
    — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026
Definition of attractiveness
Noun
  • The amenities at Coligny Beach Park are one of the main reasons why this particular beach is so popular (beyond its natural charm, of course).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • Part of his charm here included playing the stalwart father figure to two terrified kids — someone a child could trust to stick around and keep watch all night when the dinosaurs came chomping.
    — Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 14 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
  • But they're all connected by a love for adventure and a fascination with science—they're here to enjoy Lindblad's iconic education component that frequently sets the company apart from other expedition cruise lines.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
  • Hollywood’s fascination with YouTube creators is going to the next level.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 14 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
  • This result forced us to reject our initial hypothesis that magnetism was necessary only for social bee species.
    — Laura Russo, The Conversation, 17 July 2026
  • Hollywood has always rewarded the latter just as much as the former, producing stars whose magnetism can’t be reduced to facial geometry alone.
    — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026
Definition of magnetism
Noun
  • The offering is completed with a dulce de leche cream and a touch of sea salt that balances the sweetness.
    — Sarah Moreno Updated July 18, Miami Herald, 18 July 2026
  • The cream cheese swirl adds a nice tang to the bread’s sweetness.
    — Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 15 July 2026
Definition of sweetness

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