magnetically
gb/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli/ us/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli/
B2
English
Senses
0 senses
adverb
technical
B2
relation
1
by magnetic force
using magnets or magnetic force
Usage pattern:
[something] is magnetically [attached/held/attracted/aligned]
Common mistake:
Don’t confuse the adverb magnetically with the adjective magnetic (e.g., magnetic field).
Synonyms
by magnetism (A close paraphrase; often used in explanations.)
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magnetically (Same word; often repeated in technical descriptions.)
Antonyms
mechanically (Using physical parts rather than magnetic force.)
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chemically (Using chemical processes rather than magnetic effects.)
Collocations
magnetically attached
|magnetically sealed
|magnetically attracted
|magnetically coupled
|magnetically aligned
|magnetically levitated
|magnetically shielded
|magnetically recorded
|magnetically actuated
|magnetically controlled
Themes
science
|technology
|engineering
Examples
- The phone charger connects magnetically to the back of the device.
- Iron filings arrange themselves magnetically around a bar magnet.
- The door is held shut magnetically, without a latch.
Learner examples
- The cover closes magnetically.
- The two pieces stick together magnetically.
adverb
C1
property
2
in an irresistibly attractive way
in a way that makes people strongly interested
Usage pattern:
[someone/something] is magnetically [attractive/charismatic/compelling]
Common mistake:
This meaning is figurative; it does not literally involve magnets.
Synonyms
irresistibly (Stronger; emphasizes being impossible to resist.)
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captivatingly (Focuses on holding attention rather than pulling people in.)
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alluringly (Often suggests sexual or romantic attraction.)
Antonyms
unattractively (Not appealing; fails to draw interest.)
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repulsively (Actively creates dislike or avoidance.)
Collocations
magnetically attractive
|magnetically drawn
|magnetically compelling
|magnetically charismatic
|magnetically beautiful
|magnetically fascinating
Themes
emotions
|social
|media
Examples
- On stage, she moved magnetically, and the whole room watched.
- The story is magnetically written, even when very little happens.
- He has a magnetically calm presence that makes people lean in.
Learner examples
- She is magnetically attractive.
- The speaker was magnetically interesting.
Grammar
Dictionary form
magnetically
IPA
GB/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli/
US/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli/
Syllables & stress
mag - net - ic - ally (4 syllables)
Stress on 2nd syllable (net)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: magnetically
- Plural: magneticallies
Word family
Expressions
magnetically attached
1/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli ətˈæt͡ʃt/
fixed phrase
held in place by magnets
connected with magnets
Examples
- The case is magnetically attached to the tablet.
- A magnetically attached lens cap is harder to lose.
magnetically attracted to
1/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli ətɹˈæktɪd tə/
fixed phrase
technical
pulled by magnetic force
pulled toward something by a magnet
Examples
- Steel is magnetically attracted to a strong magnet.
- The sensor detects objects that are magnetically attracted to the target.
magnetically coupled
1/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli kˈʌpəld/
fixed phrase
technical
linked through a magnetic field
connected using a magnetic field
Examples
- The coils are magnetically coupled to transfer power efficiently.
- In this design, two circuits are magnetically coupled but electrically isolated.
magnetically levitated
1/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli lˈɛvɪtˌeɪtɪd/
fixed phrase
technical
floating using magnetic forces
made to float with magnets
Examples
- The train is magnetically levitated above the track to reduce friction.
- In the demo, a small disc was magnetically levitated in midair.
magnetically recorded
1/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli ɹɪkˈɔɹdɪd/
fixed phrase
technical
stored using magnetic signals
saved on tape or disk using magnets
Examples
- The interview was magnetically recorded on cassette tape.
- Early computer backups were magnetically recorded on reels of tape.
magnetically sealed
1/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli sˈild/
fixed phrase
closed using magnetic strips
closed with magnets
Examples
- The pouch is magnetically sealed to keep the contents secure.
- The fridge door is magnetically sealed to prevent warm air from leaking in.
magnetically shielded
1/mæɡnˈɛtɪkli ʃˈildɪd/
fixed phrase
technical
protected from magnetic fields
protected from magnets and magnetic fields
Examples
- The lab uses a magnetically shielded room for sensitive measurements.
- The cable is magnetically shielded to reduce interference.