magnetism
gb/mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/ us/mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/
B2
Inglese
Accezioni
0 accezioni
Sostantivo
technical
B2
property
1
force of magnets and magnetic fields
the force that makes magnets pull or push
Schema d'uso:
[the] magnetism of [something]
Errore comune:
Learners sometimes confuse magnetism (a force/phenomenon) with a magnet (an object that produces it).
Sinonimi
magnetic force (Highlights the force aspect rather than the whole phenomenon.)
Contrari
repulsion (The opposite effect when objects push away rather than attract.)
Collocazioni
earth's magnetism
|magnetism of iron
|residual magnetism
|induced magnetism
|magnetic field
|magnetic force
|magnetic attraction
|magnetic flux
|strong magnetism
|magnetism changes
Temi
science
|physics
|technology
Esempi
- Magnetism makes the compass needle point north.
- Heating the metal reduced its magnetism.
- Scientists measured changes in Earth’s magnetism during the storm.
Esempi per chi studia
- Magnetism makes a magnet attract iron.
- A compass works because of magnetism.
Sostantivo
technical
C1
abstract
2
study of magnetic phenomena
the science of magnets and magnetic fields
Schema d'uso:
[study of] magnetism
Sinonimi
magnetics (A technical term, often used in engineering contexts.)
Contrari
nonmagnetic behavior (Describes materials or systems that do not show magnetic effects.)
Collocazioni
electricity and magnetism
|magnetism and electromagnetism
|the theory of magnetism
|a course in magnetism
|magnetism research
|classical magnetism
|quantum magnetism
Temi
science
|education
|physics
Esempi
- In physics class we covered electricity and magnetism.
- Her research focuses on magnetism in ultra-thin materials.
- The textbook has a chapter on magnetism and magnetic fields.
Esempi per chi studia
- We studied magnetism in science.
- Magnetism is part of physics.
Sostantivo
C1
property
3
strong personal charm and appeal
a special charm that attracts people
Schema d'uso:
[someone]'s magnetism
Errore comune:
This is figurative; it does not mean literal magnets.
Sinonimi
charisma (Often suggests social influence and leadership as well as charm.)
|
appeal (More general and less intense than magnetism.)
Contrari
dullness (Lack of interest or attraction to others.)
Collocazioni
natural magnetism
|quiet magnetism
|sheer magnetism
|star magnetism
|aura and magnetism
|project magnetism
|lose your magnetism
|magnetism on stage
Temi
emotions
|relationships
|social
Esempi
- Her magnetism made people listen the moment she spoke.
- He has a calm magnetism that draws strangers in.
- The actor’s magnetism carried the entire film.
Esempi per chi studia
- She has a lot of magnetism.
- His magnetism attracts people.
Sostantivo
C1
state
4
mutual attraction between people
a strong attraction between two people
Schema d'uso:
magnetism between [two people]
Sinonimi
chemistry (Very common for romantic/sexual connection; slightly broader.)
|
attraction (More general and can be one-sided.)
Contrari
lack of chemistry (No feeling of connection or attraction.)
Collocazioni
instant magnetism
|sexual magnetism
|obvious magnetism
|unmistakable magnetism
|feel the magnetism
|magnetism between them
|magnetism between the two
|a spark of magnetism
Temi
relationships
|emotions
Esempi
- There was real magnetism between them from the first meeting.
- On screen, the two leads have incredible magnetism.
- Despite their differences, the magnetism between them was obvious.
Esempi per chi studia
- There is magnetism between them.
- They felt magnetism at once.
Grammatica
Forma base
magnetism
IPA
GB/mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/
US/mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/
Sillabe e accento
mag - net - ism (3 sillabe)
Stress on 1st syllable (mag)
Forme flesse
Noun
- Base: magnetism
- Plural: magnetism
Famiglia di parole
Related words
magnetically
adverb B2
magnetization
noun
Advanced or less common
electromagnet
noun
electromagnetic
adjective C1
Espressioni
animal magnetism
1/ˈænəməl mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
strong sexual charm
strong, sexy charm
Esempi
- The singer has undeniable animal magnetism on stage.
- His animal magnetism made headlines as much as his acting.
- She played the role with confidence and animal magnetism.
magnetism between (two people)
1/mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm bɪtwˈin tˈu pˈipəl/
fixed phrase
strong attraction between two people
a strong attraction between two people
Esempi
- Everyone could see the magnetism between the two stars.
- The magnetism between them felt natural, not forced.
- Without magnetism between the characters, the romance doesn’t work.