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animal magnetism

/ˈænɪməl ˈmæɡnɪtɪzəm/

Traduction: Qualité d'attrait physique et de séduction sexuelle, souvent décrite comme un charme puissant et instinctif qui attire les autres vers une personne.

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/ˈænɪməl ˈmæɡnɪtɪzəm/C1informal
  • frQualité d'attrait physique et de séduction sexuelle, souvent décrite comme un charme puissant et instinctif qui attire les autres vers une personne.

A quality of being physically attractive and sexually appealing, often described as a powerful, instinctive charm that draws others to a person.

  1. Personal charismaC1informal

    A powerful and attractive quality that draws people to someone, often of a sexual or romantic nature.

    frmagnétisme animal

    • He had an animal magnetism that made him irresistible to everyone at the party.
    • Her animal magnetism was so strong that people would stop and stare.
    • The actor's animal magnetism was a key factor in his success.
  2. Historical conceptC2formal

    A term from the 18th century, originally referring to a supposed magnetic fluid or force that could be used to heal or influence others.

    frmagnétisme animal

    • Mesmer's theory of animal magnetism was controversial in its time.
    • The practice of animal magnetism was a precursor to modern hypnotism.
    • Historians study animal magnetism as an early form of psychological therapy.