magnetism
magnetism Lexical Profile
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A physical phenomenon produced by the motion of electric charge, resulting in attractive and repulsive forces between objects, or the branch of physics that studies these phenomena.
"The physics class conducted an experiment using iron filings to visualize the invisible lines of magnetism around a bar magnet."
A powerful personal charm, charisma, or allure that attracts and captivates other people.
"The stage actor possessed a natural magnetism that held the entire audience spellbound from his very first line."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the early 17th century from Modern Latin 'magnetismus', derived from Greek 'Magnētis lithos' (Magnesian stone), referring to lodestones discovered in the ancient region of Magnesia in Asia Minor.
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