Magic

/ˈmædʒɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The power of apparently influencing the course of events by using mysterious or supernatural forces.

The magician amazed the audience with his incredible magic.

A quality that makes something seem extraordinary or special.

There was a magic in the air during the festival that everyone could feel.

The art of performing tricks or illusions that deceive the audience.

Learning the secrets of magic can take years of practice and dedication.

verb

To perform magic; to cast a spell.

She magicked away the clutter, leaving the room spotless.

adjective

Producing or having mysterious or supernatural effects.

The magic potion transformed the prince into a frog.

Wonderful; enchanting.

The children's magic laughter filled the room with joy.

From Middle English 'magik', from Old French 'magique', from Latin 'magica', from Greek 'magikē' (art of the magi).

magic wand

A tool used in magic, symbolizing the power to bring about change.

a touch of magic

An element that adds a special quality to something.

the magic number

A number that has special significance or charm.

magician

A person who performs magic tricks for entertainment.

magical

Having an enchanting quality; resembling magic.

magnetism

A quality that attracts or pulls something or someone.

Amazing or impressive; often used to describe something that feels extraordinary.

That concert was pure magic, I loved it!

A term used when something works out perfectly or unexpectedly.

We had the right ingredients and the meal turned out to be magic.