magically
Definition
- Adverb:
- In a manner that involves, resembles, or is characteristic of magic: Describes an action or event that occurs as if by magic, with a sense of wonder, mystery, or supernatural power.
- In a way that is enchantingly beautiful or delightful: Can describe something that is so wonderful or effective it seems beyond ordinary explanation.
Usage and Examples
- Describing an action with supernatural qualities:
- The fairy godmother waved her wand, and the pumpkin transformed magically into a golden carriage.
- The scar on his forehead had magically vanished overnight.
- Describing something enchantingly effective or delightful:
- The tension in the room magically dissolved when she started telling jokes.
- Her voice has a magically calming effect on the baby.
Advanced Usage and Nuances
- "Magically appear/disappear": A common collocation emphasizing sudden, inexplicable arrival or vanishing.
- All the decorations magically appeared while we were asleep.
- Used to express that a problem was solved or a situation changed in a surprisingly easy and perfect way.
- All our logistical issues were magically resolved.
Variants and Related Words
- Magic (n): The power of apparently influencing events by using mysterious or supernatural forces.
- The children believed in the magic of the old forest.
- Magic (adj): Having supernatural powers, or possessing a special, delightful quality.
- It was a magic moment.
- Magical (adj): Relating to, using, or resembling magic; wonderfully enchanting.
- The evening had a magical atmosphere.
Synonyms
- As if by magic: In a way that suggests the use of magic.
- Miraculously: In a way that suggests a miracle, emphasizing wonder and impossibility.
- Enchantingly: In a charming or delightful way.
- Mysteriously: In a way that is difficult or impossible to understand or explain.
Antonyms
- Normally: In the usual or ordinary way.
- Naturally: In a way that accords with nature, without supernatural intervention.
- Ordinarily: In the usual course of events.
Common Phrases and Collocations
- Work magically: To function with surprisingly perfect results.
- This new software update works magically on my old computer.
- Magically delicious: (A famous advertising phrase) Used to describe something as wonderfully tasty or delightful.
Adverb
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in a magical manner
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it disappeared magically
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