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mag·net·ism

magnetism

pronunciation:
maeg n tih zm
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: the qualities and properties associated with magnets; ability to attract.
similar words:
attraction, electromagnetism, force, pull
definition 2: the source of magnetic phenomena.
synonyms:
electricity, polarity
definition 3: the power of someone, something, or some idea to attract people.
synonyms:
affinity, appeal, attraction, charisma, draw, hold, influence, pull
similar words:
animal magnetism, charm, magic, power, sex appeal, sway
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