magnet

noun

ˈmag-nət How to pronounce magnet (audio)
Definition of magnetnext
as in attraction
something that attracts interest the giant theme park is a magnet for tourists to the area

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of magnet Yiddish thrived, for example, in parts of Latin America – starting with Argentina, which was a magnet for immigrants at the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century. — Ilan Stavans, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026 Sparkling blue seas, glamorous beach clubs and sleek coastal estates define the stunning Athenian Riviera scene that’s been a magnet for movie stars and jet-setters since its 1960s golden era. — Stephanie Orma, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026 But their flyers, and the magnet program as a whole, is still a work in progress. — Austin Horn august 29, Miami Herald, 29 Aug. 2026 With a slightly longer handle than her Khaite bag, this faux leather option has a convenient magnet closure and small pocket on the inside. — Neha Tandon, InStyle, 28 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for magnet
Recent Examples of Synonyms for magnet
attraction
Noun
  • But though these chemicals are linked to mating in animal species, a link between pheromones and romantic attraction hasn’t been established in humans.
    — Rachel Hale, USA Today, 31 Aug. 2026
  • With seven weekends and multiple attractions to choose from, visitors might want to visit the festival more than once.
    — Rashad Alexander August 31, Kansas City Star, 31 Aug. 2026
Definition of attraction

Browse Nearby Words

magnates
magnet
magnetic
See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Magnet.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/magnet. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

Copy Citation

More from Merriam-Webster on magnet

Britannica.com: Encyclopedia article about magnet

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!

Popular in Grammar & Usage

See More

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

A List of Most Commonly Confused Words

Why do we use apostrophes to show possession?

Is it 'nerve-racking' or 'nerve-wracking'?

What's the difference between 'fascism' and 'socialism'?
See More

Popular in Wordplay

See More

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke

Ye Olde Nincompoop: Old-Fashioned Words for 'Stupid'

14 Phobias You Probably Haven't Heard Of

The Words of the Week - Sept. 4
See More

Popular

See More

A Who’s Who Regarding ‘Who’s’ and ‘Whose’

The Longest Long Words List

Stay Woke
See More

Games & Quizzes

See All
Play Quordle: Guess all four words in a limited number of tries. Each of your guesses must be a real 5-letter word.
Quordle Can you solve 4 words at once?
Play Blossom: Solve today's spelling word game by finding as many words as you can using just 7 letters. Longer words score more points.
Blossom Pick the best words!
Play Missing Letter: a crossword with a twist. Each of the 25 puzzle words start with a different letter of the alphabet. Which letter is missing?
The Missing Letter A daily crossword with a twist
anagrams on a chalk board
Word Builder Quiz Vol. 2 Pick the letter that when added to a word will ma...
See All