MAGNETIZE Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

magnetize

verb

ˈmag-nə-ˌtīz

Definition of magnetize

as in to fascinate

to attract or delight as if by magic the store's gorgeous window displays never fail to magnetize shoppers and sightseers

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Recent Examples of magnetize That’s what magnetizes me back to the theater. — Chris Willman, Variety, 8 June 2026 At the heart of their robot is a reprogrammable magnetic module that can be magnetized, demagnetized, and remagnetized in different directions. — New Atlas, 8 June 2026 Mostly, though, Jimmy exists to frustrate and magnetize the men who love him; Tom Sturridge is especially, achingly good as his devoted partner and caretaker. — Justin Chang, New Yorker, 27 May 2026 Everyone was magnetized to her. — Katie Gavin, Time, 8 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for magnetize

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Amid all the con artists and fraudsters this century has produced, Holmes is the one who fascinates us the most.

— Culture Critic, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
He’s always been obsessed with historic epochs like the Civil War and World War II and fascinated with the post-war boom and the sojourns of Route 66.

— Selena Fragassi, SPIN, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of fascinate

Verb

Emirates, which has nearly returned to its prewar capacity, is trying to entice more connecting travelers on long-haul flights to make a stop in Dubai.

— Mohammed Sergie, semafor.com, 22 Oct. 2026
The 17-year-old said there is a lot of peer pressure to vape, and the product flavors and designs are enticing for teens.

— Stephanie Stahl, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of entice

Verb

Will Stewart be seduced into the path of corruption by using Sinestro’s emotionally tainted battery, or steel himself against ill influences and continue to blaze his own trail as Earth's sole protector for the time being?

— Jeff Spry, Space.com, 17 Oct. 2026
Armani’s languid silhouette soon seduced red- and blue-blooded men the world over.

— Robb Report, Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of seduce

Verb

The concept had the goblin going out to a bar, hoping to charm the princess.

— Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 27 Oct. 2026
Josh Charles, who plays the Doc Martin (Clunes) role here, says Silverman charmed the Sports Night and The Good Wife star aboard with one deep pull outside of the TV ecosystem.

— Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of charm

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At the ground-floor Bar di Passo, sip Campari classics at the counter, surrounded by an exquisite Art Deco backdrop that has captivated patrons since its opening.

— Jaclyn DeGiorgio, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026
In August 2023, a dramatic cable car emergency in Battagram in northern Pakistan captivated audiences around the world as footage of the unfolding rescue spread across TV and social media.

— Georg Szalai, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of captivate

Verb

For film, the roadmap covers support for luring large-scale location shoots, backing for international co-productions built on Japanese IP and tougher anti-piracy measures.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 27 Oct. 2026
Bolsonaro made a tough-on-crime approach the cornerstone of his campaign and pledged to bring down food costs while Lula, trying to lure undecided voters, has invested in costly incentives.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of lure

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Support for the populist had eroded since 16 people were killed in 2024 when a concrete canopy collapsed at a train station in Novi Sad.

— JOVANA GEC, Arkansas Online, 26 Oct. 2026
The military campaign that ensued has killed more than 70,000 Palestinians, according to Gaza’s health ministry, which does not distinguish between civilians and combatants.

— Eric Cortellessa, Time, 25 Oct. 2026

Definition of kill

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Susan Saint James, the Emmy-winning actress who delighted TV viewers with her light-hearted turns on The Name of the Game, McMillan & Wife and Kate & Allie before quitting at the peak of her powers, has died.

— Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2026
His designs continue to delight and inspire through his use of pattern, textures and color that now goes beyond signature knitwear.

— Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of delight

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