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 The Creative City Project and Memoir Agency transform 50-acre Leu Gardens into a winter wonderland with lights, installations and magical displays. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026 The winter wonderland in front of me was magical enough to make even the most die-hard snowbirds reconsider the season. — Jen Murphy, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Nov. 2026 According to The New York Times, Jackson lived at Neverland Ranch—named after the magical land of Peter Pan—from 1988 to 2005. — Stylecaster Editors, StyleCaster, 9 Nov. 2026 The Tomcats then won the penalty-kick shootout 4-2 to extend their magical run with a 2-1 victory over Evanston in a Class 3A state semifinal at Rockford Guilford. — Steve Millar, Chicago Tribune, 7 Nov. 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
  • That said, the accessory isn’t magic and still requires some preparation and practice for successful styling.
    — Calin Van Paris, InStyle, 10 Nov. 2026
  • The other magic number for Illinois Republicans is 2031, when Illinois will need to adopt new political maps.
    — The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 8 Nov. 2026
Definition of magic
Adjective
  • Senior backup quarterback Max Cutforth entered the game in Madsen’s absence and led the Broncos on a miraculous, back-and-forth comeback.
    — Shaun Goodwin, Idaho Statesman, 1 Nov. 2026
  • Jones later threw an interception in the end zone from the Georgia 3, ending any chance for a miraculous comeback with five minutes to go in the third.
    — Edgar Thompson, The Orlando Sentinel, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of miraculous
Adjective
  • What’s more, even without steering, the bots were prone to mystic ruminations.
    — Sam Kestenbaum, Harpers Magazine, 27 Oct. 2026
  • Take The Night Veils, for example, which seeks to capture the spirit of the night through fragrances that can best be described as primal and mystic.
    — Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of mystic
Adjective
  • Stepping inside the Tea House is like walking into an enchanted forest with its historic wooden walls, beautiful antique furnishings, and flowery accents.
    — Heather L. Whitley, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026
  • The ballroom seemed alit by some enchanted flame as season 35’s eight remaining couples hit their best steps inspired by Disney classics.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 3 Nov. 2026
Definition of enchanted
Adjective
  • Due to a freak accident, Stretch Dude (Bart) and Clobber Girl (Lisa) have superhuman abilities.
    — Joshua Kurp, Vulture, 26 Oct. 2026
  • In polyphonic music such as Bach, Van Bloss offers a superhuman degree of precision and individuality.
    — Mike Hamersly, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of superhuman
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  • Mesmerized by its brilliance, Marcella feels an irresistible pull toward the diamond, and when the glittering façade of her charmed life begins to crack, Marcella must decide whether the Midnight Diamond is her salvation—or her doom.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 10 Nov. 2026
  • While the schedule doesn’t get any easier for UCLA, the charmed Bruins appear to be well on their way to a playoff berth.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 7 Nov. 2026
Definition of charmed
Adjective
  • Dowler-Guerrero said Raman had an uncanny ability to get people organized and always had an unwavering belief in her own ability to get things done.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
  • The suggestion is that the algorithms responsible for animating his uncanny likeness have also managed to bring him back from the dead, reassembling him piece by piece.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of uncanny
Adjective
  • His elite outfield coverage included converting a remarkable 50% of five-star catch opportunities.
    — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Centered in large part around the Warsaw Ghetto, the novel brought to life the daily struggles, fears, and remarkable courage of Jewish families living under unimaginable conditions.
    — Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 2 Nov. 2026
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“Magical.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magical. Accessed 14 Nov. 2026.

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