Magically: meaning, definitions and examples

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magically

 

[ ˈmadʒɪk(ə)li ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

in magic context

In a way that relates to or resembles magic; as if by magic.

Synonyms

enchantingly, miraculously, mysteriously.

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Word Description / Examples
magically

This word is best used when referring to something that happens in a way that seems unnatural or beyond the ordinary, often related to literal or figurative magic.

  • The rabbit disappeared magically from the hat
  • The night sky looked magically beautiful
mysteriously

Used to describe something that is difficult to explain or understand, often involving an element of the unknown or secrecy.

  • The door opened mysteriously in the middle of the night
  • He vanished mysteriously without a trace
miraculously

Best suited for situations where events occur that are so extraordinary they seem impossible, often with a positive outcome. It has a connotation of divine or supernatural intervention.

  • The patient recovered miraculously after the surgery
  • The cat returned home miraculously after being lost for weeks
enchantingly

Use when describing something that captivates and delights in a charming or attractive way. It often relates to beauty, charm, and allure.

  • She smiled enchantingly, leaving everyone mesmerized
  • The garden was enchantingly beautiful in spring

Examples of usage

  • He appeared magically in front of her.
  • The flowers magically bloomed overnight.
  • The book magically disappeared from the shelf.
Context #2 | Adverb

in everyday context

In a way that is extraordinary or astonishing.

Synonyms

amazingly, astonishingly, remarkably.

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magically

Used when something happens in a way that is impossible or hard to believe, almost as if by magic.

  • The broken vase repaired itself magically.
  • He magically appeared in the room without anyone noticing.
amazingly

Used to describe something that is extremely good, impressive, or surprising.

  • She ran the marathon amazingly fast.
  • He solved the complex problem amazingly quickly.
remarkably

Used to emphasize how unusual or surprising something is.

  • She has a remarkably sharp mind.
  • Remarkably, they finished the project ahead of schedule.
astonishingly

Used for something that causes a feeling of great surprise, often in a way that seems almost unbelievable.

  • The athlete's recovery was astonishingly fast.
  • Astonishingly, the small company outperformed its larger competitors.

Examples of usage

  • The problem was magically solved by the team.
  • The missing keys were magically found in the last place I looked.

Translations

Translations of the word "magically" in other languages:

🇵🇹 magicamente

🇮🇳 जादुई रूप से

🇩🇪 magisch

🇮🇩 secara ajaib

🇺🇦 магічно

🇵🇱 magicznie

🇯🇵 魔法のように

🇫🇷 magiquement

🇪🇸 mágicamente

🇹🇷 büyülü bir şekilde

🇰🇷 마법처럼

🇸🇦 بشكل سحري

🇨🇿 magicky

🇸🇰 magicky

🇨🇳 神奇地

🇸🇮 magično

🇮🇸 galdralega

🇰🇿 сиқырлы түрде

🇬🇪 ჯადოსნურად

🇦🇿 sehrli şəkildə

🇲🇽 mágicamente

Etymology

The word 'magically' is derived from the word 'magic', which comes from the Old French 'magique', and ultimately from the Latin 'magice', meaning 'sorcery'. The concept of magic has been intertwined with human culture and beliefs for centuries, with various interpretations and practices across different societies.

See also: magical, magician.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,631, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.