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 Everyone was magnetized to her. — Katie Gavin, Time, 8 May 2026 That, in turn, can be exploited to achieve high coercivity, the essential property that lets a permanent magnet stay magnetized. — Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum, 29 Apr. 2026 Their zone will probably make an appearance at some point, with two at the top magnetized to Ant. — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 17 Apr. 2026 The containers even magnetize together, so they won’t get lost inside larger bags. — Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for magnetize

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But the skillful way in which they are woven together belies the efforts that went into telling this story, and Lovely Reader, this dedication to quality fascinates me.

— Rachel Elspeth Gross, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026
Academics have long been fascinated by Messi’s behaviour, particularly his cognitive skills.

— Charlotte Harpur, New York Times, 10 July 2026

Definition of fascinate

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Eventually, the attacker would entice the target to install malware disguised as security software.

— Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 16 July 2026
The San Francisco Chronicle first confirmed Saronic’s plans, which come after Texas officials approved a $211 million abatement package to entice the company to locate the shipyard in South Texas.

— Lia Russell July 16, Sacbee.com, 16 July 2026

Definition of entice

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In the video, then-23-year-old Gugino plays a young woman who, after her rock star boyfriend cheats on her with her best friend, seduces an artist painting her portrait.

— Scott Huver, PEOPLE, 12 July 2026
With its winning trifecta of sandy beaches, boutique hotels, and unpretentious tavernas, the Greek island of Milos seduces couples, water lovers, and gastronomes alike.

— Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026

Definition of seduce

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The job of stopping Messi’s charmed World Cup will fall on the shoulders of Xhaka and Akanji, along with Remo Freuler, Nico Elvedi and goalkeeper Gregor Kobel.

— Dave Skretta, Chicago Tribune, 11 July 2026
Vibeke charms his in-laws, coos over the baby and, according to Karl’s quick furtive search of her handbag, appears to be taking her meds.

— Jessica Kiang, Variety, 7 July 2026

Definition of charm

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With The Broad’s captivating architecture and various exhibits, visitors can easily lose several hours.

— Paris Barraza, USA Today, 15 July 2026
The Hitchcockian plot captivates from the get-go as a sort-of writer talks to someone off camera about his obsession for shadowing strangers.

— Randy Myers, Mercury News, 14 July 2026

Definition of captivate

Verb

Opened as a hotel in 1873, the property has attracted A-listers over the decades, including Alfred Hitchcock, Rita Hayworth, Frank Sinatra, and George Clooney (luring him from his own Como home nearby).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
Over the last decade, China reversed its brain drain, luring thousands of skilled workers back home to help fuel its rise as a technology powerhouse.

— Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 15 July 2026

Definition of lure

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During the first four months of 2026 alone, drone strikes killed at least 880 civilians and accounted for more than 80% of civilian deaths recorded by the UN.

— Nimi Princewill, CNN Money, 20 July 2026
The fire killed 168 people, most likely because of unscrupulous contractors who used shoddy materials.

— New York Times, New York Times, 20 July 2026

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