magnetism

noun

ˈmag-nə-ˌti-zəm How to pronounce magnetism (audio)
Definition of magnetismnext
as in attractiveness
the power of irresistible attraction she managed to win the election by sheer magnetism

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Recent Examples of magnetism Even—perhaps especially—for a Beltway outsider, ascending the American political ladder requires a tremendous amount of glad-handing and personal magnetism, if not charm. — Jonathan A. Czin, The Atlantic, 14 Sep. 2026 An avid book collector who scours bookshops for special editions like others hunt rare vinyl, Mazzotti is emphatic about their emotional magnetism, noting a rising appetite from creative agencies, artists, and families reimagining heirlooms. — Clare Coulson, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026 The research reveals that magnetism played a far greater role in the birth of the solar system than had previously been suspected. — Robert Lea, Space.com, 4 Sep. 2026 Chamberlain was a Navy brat from the Midwest, who left the service to become a hairdresser in Chicago but was drawn with an intense magnetism toward the School of the Art Institute. — Nate Freeman, Vanity Fair, 21 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for magnetism
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnetism
  1. attractiveness
  2. charm
  3. appeal
  4. fascination
  5. attraction
  6. charisma
  7. seductiveness
  8. glamour
Noun
  • On the other hand, higher Fed rates typically bolster the attractiveness of dollar assets, exerting depreciation pressure on local currencies.
    — , CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The rankings were based on student outcomes, learning environment and attractiveness.
    — Finch Walker, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of attractiveness
Noun
  • Even on busy weekends, the staff are perfectly primed to welcome guests with Southern charm and efficiency.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Oct. 2026
  • It’s paired with Frame’s signature Ritz Cigarette, a low-rise, slim silhouette in a dark indigo wash, finished with pocket embroidery and a removable gold charm keepsake chain featuring hotel emblems.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of charm
Noun
  • Stories about the British Royal Family have enduring international appeal.
    — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Just suffice it to say that both of their projects have broad cross-generational appeal, although Dean’s timeless grooves might be more squarely in the pocket for older voters, whereas Rodrigo has a dad-rock factor going for her.
    — Chris Willman, Variety, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of appeal
Noun
  • Millet’s 2022 novel Dinosaurs also reflects her fascination with long extinct creatures.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Howard said there is still a fascination with FDR more than 80 years after his death.
    — John Ramos, CBS News, 6 Oct. 2026
Definition of fascination
Noun
  • The Ritz-Carlton Orlando is a true luxury resort that's located near all the key area attractions.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Final Thoughts The Soundcore Nebula P1's obvious attraction is its sound system.
    — M. David Stone, PC Magazine, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of attraction
Noun
  • The perfect example is Steph Curry, whose pop-culture omnipotence owes as much to his wholesome charisma and family-friendly humor as to his basketball acumen.
    — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Gertrude Aronow, the grandmother of the restaurateur Nate Adler, was, by Adler’s account, an eccentric woman of uncommon charisma, the sort of person who made any room feel like a party.
    — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of charisma
Noun
  • So, too, do the antics of his estate manager (a buoyant Sam Adegoke), always concocting money-making schemes, and the wide-eyed adoration of the girl next door (Amelia Mason, deftly balancing naïveté with seductiveness), who wants to save him.
    — Rhoda Feng, New Yorker, 4 Sep. 2026
  • That’s the seductiveness of the Reflecting Pool.
    — Alexandra Petri, The Atlantic, 25 June 2026
Definition of seductiveness
Noun
  • From screenwriter Dan Gilroy and director Joseph Kosinski, Miami Vice ’85 explores the glamour and corruption of mid-1980s Miami in an all-new version of Miami Vice.
    — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 6 Oct. 2026
  • For several generations of luxury buyers, Saks was the arbiter of elegance, glamour, and impeccably good taste.
    — Rachel Felder, Robb Report, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of glamour

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