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magnétique

magnetic

adjective mag-neh-TEEK Rare

Origin: Greek 'magnetikos'

Usage Note

Magnétique is used both in physics (a magnetic field = un champ magnétique) and figuratively to describe a compelling or charismatic presence (un charme magnétique). La bande magnétique is a magnetic strip (on a credit card). The noun magnétisme ('magnetism') carries both the scientific and figurative senses.

Examples

"Il a une personnalité vraiment magnétique."

Natural Translation

He has a truly magnetic personality.

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