magical

adjective

ˈma-ji-kəl How to pronounce magical (audio)
Definition of magicalnext
1
as in magic
being or appearing to be under a magic spell the gym was decorated to resemble a magical wonderland for the party

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2
as in miraculous
being so extraordinary or abnormal as to suggest powers which violate the laws of nature modern aviation must seem magical to someone who doesn't understand basic aeronautics

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3
as in mystic
having seemingly supernatural qualities or powers the child prodigy's musical talent is so spectacular that it seems magical

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Recent Examples of magical In the film, Kylie uncovers her own magical powers and dark family secrets, pulling the next generation of the Owens family into a new supernatural crisis. — Karla Rodriguez, Footwear News, 26 Aug. 2026 In Wolf’s Belly, Little Red Riding Hood and Grandmother find themselves in a magical void with other fairytale characters that the wolf has gobbled up, including the Boy who Cried Wolf and a fourth Little Pig. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026 In this magical world, everything is served up to guests on a silver platter. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 23 Aug. 2026 Little is more magical than opening the mailbox and seeing the handwriting of a loved one. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for magical
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magical
  1. magic
  2. miraculous
  3. mystic
  4. enchanted
  5. superhuman
  6. charmed
  7. uncanny
  8. remarkable
Adjective
  • There’s no magic equation for solving the political division in this country.
    — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Aug. 2026
  • In doing so, the Rays, per team calculations, reduced their magic number to clinch a playoff spot to at least 12, pending later games.
    — Marc Topkin, The Orlando Sentinel, 30 Aug. 2026
Definition of magic
Adjective
  • That’s how Wagner found Daniel Paul, an architectural historian who researched and documented the 38-foot-tall cupola-style structure built in 1960 by Van Tassel, who ascribed it miraculous powers including antigravity, rejuvenation and time travel.
    — Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 1 Sep. 2026
  • Words like miraculous, inspirational, incredible, amazing and magical were just some of the adjectives heard at Friday’s event.
    — Chris Hays, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026
Definition of miraculous
Adjective
  • The piece, inspired by the 12th-century polymathic mystic Saint Hildegard of Bingen, was skin-tinglingly breathy and slow, with long tones (played by Malone and her accompanist Stephen O’Malley) that rose up and swirled around the room.
    — Andy Battaglia, ARTnews.com, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Poetry of a Hindu mystic Kashmir gradually became a predominantly Muslim society after the Shah Mir dynasty came to power in the 14th century.
    — Peter Dziedzic, The Conversation, 30 July 2026
Definition of mystic
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  • The Picture of Dorian Gray An enchanted portrait and a life of debauchery are at the core of this lavish literary horror by Oscar Wilde.
    — Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Six years later, Frozen 2 took the story beyond Arendelle, as Anna, Elsa, Olaf and Kristoff traveled into an enchanted forest to uncover the source of Elsa’s powers and learn more about their family’s past.
    — Charlotte Phillipp, PEOPLE, 16 Aug. 2026
Definition of enchanted
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  • For some interpreters, the gods’ superhuman forms are a sign for Hindus to acknowledge the power of these supernatural beings.
    — Charles Preston, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
  • The other problem is that hackers are exploiting AI to uncover new software vulnerabilities and infiltrate networks at a superhuman rate.
    — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026
Definition of superhuman
Adjective
  • For years, Coventry had lived a charmed life in the top flight, pulling off a few dramatic escapes either side of a glorious FA Cup success in 1987.
    — Oliver Kay, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The actor discussed their charmed meet-cute on The Ellen DeGeneres Show in 2011.
    — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 9 July 2026
Definition of charmed
Adjective
  • Following his 2019 essay for the New Yorker, Murakami recounts a compelling history of fatherhood, family and obligation, transforming an uncanny childhood memory into a deeply personal history.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026
  • My friend Austin, who has impeccable taste in bad movies and other internet esoterica, reflected on Breen’s uncanny charisma during a recent phone call.
    — Becca Rothfeld, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of uncanny
Adjective
  • Yet among those who believe China has taken the lead, 49 percent chose China and a remarkable 38 percent still chose the United States.
    — Adam Y. Liu, Foreign Affairs, 2 Sep. 2026
  • The breed has become known for its remarkable white coat and friendly expression, though prospective owners should know the dogs are also active working breeds that need exercise, training and substantial grooming.
    — Pat Mueller, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
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