Definition

1. Noun:
   • An ability to perform magic: "Magical power" refers to a specific capacity, force, or energy that enables a being to enact supernatural or magical effects, often beyond the laws of nature.

Usage

• The term "magical power" is used to describe an inherent or acquired capability to wield magic. It is often discussed in the context of fantasy, folklore, and fiction. It functions as a countable noun (e.g., , ).

Examples

• Noun:
  • The ancient artifact was said to grant its wielder incredible magical power.
  • Her magical power allowed her to heal wounds with a touch.
  • Different wizards specialize in different types of magical power.

Advanced Usage

• "To possess/have magical power": To be the owner or wielder of such an ability.
  • The prophecy stated that only one who possessed true magical power could lift the curse.
• "A surge of magical power": A sudden, intense increase in magical energy.
  • A surge of magical power erupted from the spellbook.
• "Magical power" as an abstract, uncountable concept: Referring to the general force or energy of magic.
  • The ley lines were conduits of pure magical power.

Variants and Related Words

• Magic (n): The art or practice of using supernatural forces. (e.g., )
• Magical ability (n): A skill or talent for magic, often used synonymously with "magical power."
• Sorcery (n): The use of magic, especially involving spells and invocation.
• Mana (n): A term from Polynesian mythology and fantasy genres for a spiritual force or magical power.

Synonyms

• Sorcerous power: Power related to sorcery or witchcraft.
• Enchantment (in the sense of a magical force): A magical spell or influence.
• Thaumaturgic ability: (Formal) Ability to perform miracles or magic.

Related Phrases

• Source of magical power: The origin from which magical energy is drawn.
  • The crystal was the source of her magical power.
• To channel magical power: To direct or focus magical energy.
  • The druid channeled magical power from the earth itself.
• To drain/lose one's magical power: To have one's magical energy depleted.
  • Casting that immense spell drained his magical power completely.

Related Idioms

• "To have a trick up one's sleeve": While not explicitly magical, this idiom implies having a hidden resource or ability, analogous to an unexpected magical power.
  • Don't worry about the negotiation; I have a few tricks up my sleeve.
• "As if by magic": Happening in a way that seems miraculous or supernatural.
  • The cleanup was done as if by magic.

Noun

1. an ability to perform magic