MAGNETIZING Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

magnetizing

verb

present participle of magnetize

as in fascinating

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 magnetizing Research into using magnetizing roasting for low-grade iron ore dates back to the 1950s and 1960s at the Institute of Chemical Metallurgy. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026 For this reason, the moisture-magnetizing molecule is a key component in countless anti-aging products. — Sophie Wirt, InStyle, 21 June 2026 But organizations that embrace these three non-negotiables are magnetizing ambitious, loyal Gen Z employees—while their competitors watch the door swing. — Roberta Matuson, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2025

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Wilentz, author of the 2010 book Dylan in America, wrote Volume 18‘s detailed, often fascinating 125-page liner notes that provides historical context for the expansive eight-CD set.

— Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
Once on the ground visitors can enjoy Greenland’s rugged coastal landscapes, fascinating indigenous Inuit culture, and the opportunity to experience the country at its primordial best.

— Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2025

Definition of fascinating

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After Gerald’s Game (2017), Doctor Sleep (2019), and The Life of Chuck (2024) — and with The Mist on the way — there’s something enticing about Flanagan taking his cumulative knowledge of the author’s lexicon to revisit King’s very first novel.

— Entertainment Weekly, Entertainment Weekly, 15 Sep. 2026
Anything that retains moisture is enticing to springtails, as well as other critters such as silverfish, book lice, and millepedes.

— Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of enticing

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Even the Owens family’s enchanting New England home, which the internet has spent nearly three decades foaming at the mouth over, is barely seen, as much of the film takes place overseas.

— Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 13 Sep. 2026
Practical Magic 2 has Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman enchanting a new generation of fans, but not everyone from the original cast returned for the sequel.

— Bailey Bujnosek, InStyle, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of enchanting

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As John and Gates are playing cards, with the con man still working on charming the agent, the first guard assigned outside in the hallway drops.

— Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026
Plant flowering shrubs or vines that can trail over the top, charming the neighbors while screening the view at the same time.

— Mary Alice Russell, Southern Living, 13 July 2026

Definition of charming

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This time the central crime revolves around a severed finger that is sent to the high school, and a mysterious — potentially nefarious — new teacher captivating their children.

— Seija Rankin, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026
Get the latest news, exclusive reveals, announcements, and behind-the-scenes insight into the stories and characters captivating readers across the Absolute line.

— Nick Romano, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of captivating

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Adva Lavie, an OnlyFans model, already is facing criminal charges in Los Angeles County for allegedly seducing and stealing from rich men.

— Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
Still, with more than 40,000 industry jobs lost in the past few years, soundstages and vendor storefronts sitting empty, and lucrative overseas incentives seducing even more production away, things are bleak in town right now.

— Dominic Patten, Deadline, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of seducing

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Here, misfits are welcome, and bric-a-brac is part of the appeal; the wonderfully bizarre name and devil-may-care attitude have been confusing (and delighting) first-timers for more than 70 years.

— Skye Sherman, Southern Living, 13 Sep. 2026
It’s been a little over a year since San Jose said farewell to Sophia, the 21-year-old jaguar who had been at the San Jose zoo for nearly her entire life, delighting millions of guests.

— Sal Pizarro, Mercury News, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of delighting

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