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personal magnetism

personal magnetism

1 5.8
A strong attractive quality that makes people like and follow someone
  • noun
  • /ˈpɜrsənl ˈmæɡnɪtɪzəm/
translation icon : magnetismo personal
  • On page after page are Edgerly's instructions for invoking one's personal magnetism through movement drills, or "Ralston exercises."
  • great personal magnetism

Examples

  • Lamar's personal magnetism might have been a factor, as many locals admired him.

    Academic text (2009)
  • Men and women with charisma and personal magnetism almost invariably have a clear vision of who they are, where they're going, and of what they're trying to achieve.

  • Regardless, her personal magnetism came through in all of the works.

    Fiction book (1997)
  • Although l have tremendous personal magnetism... ...l also have strength of character.

  • He paused again to project all his personal magnetism.

    Fiction book (1990)
  • Personal magnetism is an art by which a person is enabled to control those within reach of his voice, eye, or touch... the art may be studied.

    Academic text (2004)
  • Conversely, well-liked healthcare managers can use their personal magnetism to motivate employees.

    Academic text (1998)
  • Personal magnetism is a valuable quality, but conductors without that natural gift can engender group loyalty by being caring, supportive, and truly committed to their students.

    Academic text (1996)
  • Many leaders possess personal magnetism that inspires confidence and trust among their followers.

  • She used her personal magnetism to make friends easily at the party and connect with others.

Synonyms

charisma
vspersonal magnetism
58 5.1

A strong charm that makes people like and trust someone

is a general attractive quality that helps charm or influence others
animal magnetism
vspersonal magnetism
4 6.8

A natural charm that makes other people like and notice someone

is the general attractive quality not necessarily felt as instinctive or natural
personal appeal
vspersonal magnetism
1 3.7

A natural charm that makes people like someone

is more about being compelling and strongly moving other people
charism
vspersonal magnetism
1 8.2

A personal charm that makes people feel loyal and excited

is a broader attractive quality used to influence or charm people
magnetic energy
vspersonal magnetism
6.2

A warm, strong presence that naturally draws other people

is more about changing people's feelings or actions rather than just drawing attention
irresistibleness
vspersonal magnetism
7.8

A quality that makes people want something so much they cannot say no

is a softer compelling quality that can influence but is not irresistible

Antonyms

59 5.5

Causing strong dislike or disgust, like a very bad smell

Not having charm or the power to attract and inspire people

How Magnetic

charisma
58 5.1
personal magnetism
1 5.8
charm
254 1.7
appeal
188 2.6

Surface Forms

Morphology

personal + magnetism

The phrase combines 'personal' (relating to a person) with 'magnetism' (the quality of attracting) in a straightforward metaphorical way: a person who attracts others. This metaphorical mapping from physical attraction to social charm is common and predictable cross-linguistically, so a B1 learner who knows the constituent words should be able to infer the meaning.

Etymology

Personal magnetism may come from the image of a magnet that pulls metal toward it. So, saying someone has personal magnetism means they have a natural power 'to attract' or 'charm' other people.