magnetism
nounmasculinetécnico/mɐɡnɨˈtiʒmu/medium
mag·ne·tis·mo
Definitions
1The set of phenomena associated with magnetic fields and the forces they exert on magnetic materials; personal attractiveness or charisma.
The Earth's magnetism protects us from solar radiation.
The speaker had a magnetism that captivated the audience.
2Personal charm or allure; the power to attract.
The actor's stage magnetism was undeniable.
She possessed a natural magnetism that drew people to her.
Common collocations
personal magnetismanimal magnetism
Etymology
Do francês 'magnétisme', do latim 'magnes' (ímã).