C1adverbsciencetechnology
US/mæɡˈnet.ɪ.kəl.i/
UK/mæɡˈnet.ɪ.kəl.i/
in a way that uses magnetism, or in a way that strongly attracts people
In context
The metal parts were held together magnetically instead of with screws.
She was drawn magnetically to the stage by the sound of the music.
The tape is magnetically coded, so it cannot be read by eye.
Words that go with magnetically
adverb + adjective
- magnetically chargedThe particles were magnetically charged before the test.
- magnetically attractedIron is magnetically attracted to the coil.
- magnetically sealedThe door is magnetically sealed to keep the cold in.
- magnetically drawnCrowds were magnetically drawn to the street performer.
- magnetically attachedThe cover is magnetically attached to the tablet.
- magnetically codedHotel keys are often magnetically coded.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
He magnetic attracts every audience.Correct: He magnetically attracts every audience.