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Synonyms & Similar Words
magnetic
magnetizable
magnetically attractive
attractive
magnetized
magnetically charged
ferrous
iron-like
metal
metallic
magnetically sensitive
responsive
reactive
susceptible
inclined
prone
disposed
oriented
aligned
polarized
magnetically aligned
Meaning of Ferromagnetic
The word "Ferromagnetic" refers to materials that are capable of being magnetized, showing strong magnetic properties.
Definitions
- Having a strong attraction to magnets or the ability to be magnetized, typically referring to materials like iron, nickel, and cobalt
- Exhibiting a long-range ordering phenomenon in which the magnetic fields generated by the motion of electrons in the material are aligned
- Describing substances that can be magnetized and are capable of strong magnetic attraction
Etymology of Ferromagnetic
The term "Ferromagnetic" comes from the Latin word "ferrum," meaning iron, and the Greek word "magnētis lithos," meaning magnetite or lodestone, combined with the suffix "-ic" which forms an adjective
Historically, the concept of ferromagnetism has been known since ancient times, with the earliest recorded observations of magnetic properties in lodestones, naturally magnetized iron ore
The term "Ferromagnetic" itself was coined in the late 19th century as the study of magnetism and materials science developed
Example Uses
- Ferromagnetic materials are used in a wide range of applications, from electromagnets and motors to magnetic storage devices
- The ferromagnetic properties of iron make it a crucial component in the manufacture of steel
- Researchers are exploring new ferromagnetic materials with unique properties for advanced technological applications
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
diamagnetic
non-magnetic
paramagnetic
anti-ferromagnetic
non-ferrous
unmagnetized
non-magnetizable
repelled
non-attractive
neutral
non-reactive
non-responsive
non-conductive
non-metallic
dielectric