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magic 1 of 2

noun

ˈma-jik How to pronounce magic (audio)
Definition of magicnext
1
as in sorcery
the power to control natural forces through supernatural means he claimed that he could summon a storm through magic

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2
as in deception
the art or skill of performing tricks or illusions for entertainment hired an entertainer to perform magic for their child's 10th birthday party

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as in charm
the power of irresistible attraction a leader so charismatic that his appeal was like magic

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magic

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adjective

1
as in enchanted
being or appearing to be under a magic spell a magic castle in which even the furniture comes to life

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as in magical
having seemingly supernatural qualities or powers truth seekers of all sorts seem to be attracted to this magic spot in the desert

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Recent Examples of magic
Noun
Disney magic can be found in big moments, like riding new attractions, and small ones, like parades and character wake-up calls. — Kimberly Zapata, Parents, 27 Sep. 2026 There is, of course, a limit to how much weekend magic one duffel can perform. — Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
Adjective
On Tuesday, the Dodgers trimmed their magic number to clinch a first-round bye to one. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 23 Sep. 2026 Kevin Gausman faced the Marlins on Wednesday with the Cubs in a three-way tie with the Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres in the National League wild-card race, and a magic number of one to get in. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for magic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magic
  1. sorcery
  2. deception
  3. charm
  4. magical
  5. mystic
  6. witchcraft
  7. deceptiveness
  8. appeal
Noun
  • Now, the sorcery of the dance floor is that this is never happening to only one dancer.
    — Vinson Cunningham, New Yorker, 7 Sep. 2026
  • After graduating, Papadopoulos took classes at Hunter College, bonding with classmates over sword and sorcery movies.
    — Jayme Fraser, USA Today, 7 Sep. 2026
Definition of sorcery
Noun
  • Magpies are opportunistic scavengers, incredibly cunning and deceitful and capable of calculated deception.
    — Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • This experience combines identity deception, autonomous agent action and software supply-chain risk, along with social engineering devised by an agent and directed against a human.
    — Carlo Tortora Brayda, Forbes.com, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of deception
Noun
  • The state is sizable—447 miles long from north to south and 361 miles wide from east to west—which gives you all the more reason to return again and again to uncover more of its charms.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
  • Even her handmade orchid bag charm has piercings that feel true to the time.
    — Marci Robin, Allure, 23 Sep. 2026
Definition of charm
Adjective
  • The Mary Poppins of the novels is often noted for being more mysterious, mercurial and dangerous than her film incarnation, and the adventures in the books are magical, surreal and sometimes frightening.
    — Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 25 Sep. 2026
  • The film followed the trials of a struggling keyboardist who gets hold of a magical synthesizer, only to lose it and embark on a picaresque journey to get it back.
    — Josephine Reisman, Vulture, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of magical
Adjective
  • Rumi is also the name of a very famous 13th-century Persian poet and mystic.
    — Sarah Scott, Parents, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The mystic whine of Christine Ott and Mathieu Gabry’s score carries us into a hidden world of ancient Thai deities living inside the mountain’s caves and tunnels.
    — Beatrice Loayza, Variety, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of mystic
Noun
  • In the Middle Ages, Vocelle writes that cats become closely associated with witchcraft, which allowed for men to more widely abuse both women and the animals.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 9 Sep. 2026
  • So, while magic may be experiencing a resurgence, in many ways, witchcraft is still on trial.
    — Chelsea Bailey, CNN Money, 9 Sep. 2026
Definition of witchcraft
Noun
  • Of course, the retort is that this would be irritating and exasperating to be continually deluged with alerts about AI deceptiveness.
    — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 24 Aug. 2025
  • Beyond the deceptiveness of the narrow material view, spiritual light and hope are always present to be found and felt.
    — Sue Brightman, Christian Science Monitor, 3 Jan. 2025
Definition of deceptiveness
Noun
  • Only someone very comfortable, or very dishonest, would pretend the fantasy has no appeal.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 24 Sep. 2026
  • The friendly service, comfortable rooms and downtown location give it wide appeal.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 Sep. 2026
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“Magic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magic. Accessed 30 Sep. 2026.

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