magnetic

 
Pronunciation: /magˈnɛtɪk/

adjective

  • 1exhibiting or relating to magnetism: the clock has a magnetic back to stick to the fridge
  • capable of being attracted by or acquiring the properties of a magnet: steel is magnetic
  • 2(of a bearing in navigation) measured relative to magnetic north.
  • 3very attractive or alluring: his magnetic personality

Derivatives

magnetically

adverb

Origin:

early 17th century: from late Latin magneticus, from Latin magneta (see magnet)