magnetism
gb/mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/ us/mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/
B2
Engels
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Zelfstandig naamwoord
technical
B2
property
1
force of magnets and magnetic fields
the force that makes magnets pull or push
Gebruikspatroon:
[the] magnetism of [something]
Veelgemaakte fout:
Learners sometimes confuse magnetism (a force/phenomenon) with a magnet (an object that produces it).
Synoniemen
magnetic force (Highlights the force aspect rather than the whole phenomenon.)
Antoniemen
repulsion (The opposite effect when objects push away rather than attract.)
Woordcombinaties
earth's magnetism
|magnetism of iron
|residual magnetism
|induced magnetism
|magnetic field
|magnetic force
|magnetic attraction
|magnetic flux
|strong magnetism
|magnetism changes
Thema's
science
|physics
|technology
Voorbeelden
- Magnetism makes the compass needle point north.
- Heating the metal reduced its magnetism.
- Scientists measured changes in Earth’s magnetism during the storm.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- Magnetism makes a magnet attract iron.
- A compass works because of magnetism.
Zelfstandig naamwoord
technical
C1
abstract
2
study of magnetic phenomena
the science of magnets and magnetic fields
Gebruikspatroon:
[study of] magnetism
Synoniemen
magnetics (A technical term, often used in engineering contexts.)
Antoniemen
nonmagnetic behavior (Describes materials or systems that do not show magnetic effects.)
Woordcombinaties
electricity and magnetism
|magnetism and electromagnetism
|the theory of magnetism
|a course in magnetism
|magnetism research
|classical magnetism
|quantum magnetism
Thema's
science
|education
|physics
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- We studied magnetism in science.
- Magnetism is part of physics.
Zelfstandig naamwoord
C1
property
3
strong personal charm and appeal
a special charm that attracts people
Gebruikspatroon:
[someone]'s magnetism
Veelgemaakte fout:
This is figurative; it does not mean literal magnets.
Synoniemen
charisma (Often suggests social influence and leadership as well as charm.)
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appeal (More general and less intense than magnetism.)
Antoniemen
dullness (Lack of interest or attraction to others.)
Woordcombinaties
natural magnetism
|quiet magnetism
|sheer magnetism
|star magnetism
|aura and magnetism
|project magnetism
|lose your magnetism
|magnetism on stage
Thema's
emotions
|relationships
|social
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- She has a lot of magnetism.
- His magnetism attracts people.
Zelfstandig naamwoord
C1
state
4
mutual attraction between people
a strong attraction between two people
Gebruikspatroon:
magnetism between [two people]
Synoniemen
chemistry (Very common for romantic/sexual connection; slightly broader.)
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attraction (More general and can be one-sided.)
Antoniemen
lack of chemistry (No feeling of connection or attraction.)
Woordcombinaties
instant magnetism
|sexual magnetism
|obvious magnetism
|unmistakable magnetism
|feel the magnetism
|magnetism between them
|magnetism between the two
|a spark of magnetism
Thema's
relationships
|emotions
Voorbeelden
- 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.
Voorbeelden voor taalleerders
- There is magnetism between them.
- They felt magnetism at once.
Grammatica
Lemmavorm
magnetism
IPA
GB/mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/
US/mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/
Lettergrepen en klemtoon
mag - net - ism (3 lettergrepen)
Stress on 1st syllable (mag)
Woordvormen
Noun
- Base: magnetism
- Plural: magnetism
Woordfamilie
Related words
magnetically
adverb B2
magnetization
noun
Advanced or less common
electromagnet
noun
electromagnetic
adjective C1
Uitdrukkingen
animal magnetism
1/ˈænəməl mˈæɡnɪtˌɪzəm/
fixed phrase
strong sexual charm
strong, sexy charm
Voorbeelden
- 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
Voorbeelden
- 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.