magnetize
Translation
to magnetise (preferred spelling), to attract, to fascinate
Examples
You can magnetize a needle by rubbing it.
You can magnetise a needle by rubbing it.
His speech magnetized the crowd.
His speech magnetised the crowd.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to make (sth.) magnetic or to attract (sb./sth.) You can magnetise a needle.
Similar Words
Synonyms: attract, fascinate, charm
Etymology
From 'magnet' plus the verb-forming suffix '-ize'. This spelling is common in American English; British English prefers '-ise'.
Memory Tips
Note that this is the American spelling. In British English, you will almost always see 'magnetise'.