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1. Having the properties of a magnet; i.e. of attracting iron or steel
   "the hard disk is covered with a thin coat of magnetized material";
   - magnetic, magnetised [Brit]

1. (physics) make magnetic
   "The strong magnet magnetized the iron shavings";
   - magnetise [Brit]
    
2. Maintain the complete attention of (someone), e.g. because they are fascinated
   "She magnetized the audience with her tricks";
   - mesmerize, mesmerise [Brit], magnetise [Brit], bewitch, spellbind, hypnotise [Brit], hypnotize

See also: attractable

Type of: alter, change, charm, influence, modify, tempt

Antonym: demagnetize

Encyclopedia: Magnetize