magical
adjective
mag·i·cal
ˈma-ji-kəl 
1
: of, relating to, characterized by, or producing magic : magic
magical powers
a story set in a magical world
a magical charm/spell/incantation
an amulet believed to have magical properties
2
: produced by or as if by magic
a magical transformation
words that seemed to have a magical effect
3
: extremely or extraordinarily pleasant, enjoyable, or exciting
a magical evening
On that first magical morning in London, my heart and spirit turned everything into delight.—
Russell Baker
Russell BakerThe 2008 presidential race was almost a dead heat and the entire year leading up to the election had been a magical time to work on a live satirical sketch comedy show.—Amy Poehler
Amy Poehler
magically
adverb
magically transformed
a change that happened almost magically
Some officers seem to rise magically through the ranks, immune to criticism that would trip up others.
—Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson
Examples of magical in a Sentence
the gym was decorated to resemble a magical wonderland for the party
modern aviation must seem magical to someone who doesn't understand basic aeronautics
the child prodigy's musical talent is so spectacular that it seems magical
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And also the feelings of you live in this magical world and you are being prevented from interacting with it because of ableism.
—Esme Mazzeo, Vulture, 4 Mar. 2025
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Esme Mazzeo, Vulture, 4 Mar. 2025
In this real-life fairy tale, Meg Ray, owner of the beloved Bay Area patisserie Miette, embarks on a five-year odyssey to help save a magical café on the remote Swedish island of Rödlöga.
—Matthew Carey, Deadline, 4 Mar. 2025
Pleating, gathering, crinkling and draping not only gave the black material texture but also reflected the growth of her magical power.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 3 Mar. 2025
Original Price: $18.99 Sale Price: $8.99 (53% off) Buy Now on Amazon
Floating Candles with Wand, 10 Pack
Create a magical atmosphere with these floating candles that bring instant Hogwarts vibes to any room.
—Maria Correa, Miami Herald, 3 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for magical
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“Magical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/magical. Accessed 12 Mar. 2025.
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