magnetized

• Describe un objeto que ha adquirido propiedades magnéticas, generalmente por la acción de un campo magnético.

Describes an object that has been given magnetic properties, typically by exposure to a magnetic field.

1. Having magnetic propertiesB2formalscientific

   Possessing the ability to attract iron or steel, as a result of being exposed to a magnetic field.

   imantado

   • The screwdriver became magnetized after being near the strong magnet.
   • Magnetized needles are used in compasses to point north.
   • The metal shavings stuck to the magnetized surface.

   Sinónimosmagnetic

• Verbo que significa hacer que algo sea magnético o atraer como un imán.

A verb meaning to make something magnetic or to attract something as if by magnetic force.

1. Attract stronglyB2formal

   To draw or pull something or someone strongly, as if by magnetic force.

   Atraer fuertemente

   • The charismatic speaker magnetised the entire audience.
   • Her personality magnetised people from all walks of life.
   • The city's vibrant culture magnetises tourists every year.

   Sinónimosallurebewitchcaptivatecharmdrawenchantenthrallfascinate

   Antónimosdeterdiscouragedissuaderepel

2. Make magneticB2formal

   To cause an object to become magnetic, typically by exposing it to a magnetic field.

   imantar

   • The technician magnetised the iron bar for the experiment.
   • You can magnetise a needle by rubbing it with a magnet.
   • The process magnetises the metal to improve its performance.

   Antónimosdegaussdemagnetise