mag·ne·tism

mag·ne·tism
/ˈmægnəˌtızəm/ noun [noncount]
1 : the property of attracting certain metals : the attracting property of a magnet
2 : a quality that makes someone able to attract and hold the interest of other people

Much of his success as a politician can be attributed to his personal magnetism.

— see also animal magnetism at animal, 2

Useful english dictionary. 2012.

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