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

The 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

magically

ˈma-ji-k(ə-)lē 

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

Synonyms

• bewitched
• charmed
• enchanted
• entranced
• magic
• spellbound

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Donaldson’s magical moment will go down as an instant classic in Michigan lore. —Michael Marot, Chicago Tribune, 16 Mar. 2025

The night of her Broadway debut was nothing short of magical. —Tereza Shkurtaj, People.com, 15 Mar. 2025

A lot of the magical thinking now common among Republicans is a consequence of needing to extend tax cuts from the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which are expire at the end of 2025. —Mark Davis, Newsweek, 14 Mar. 2025

Though the estate is perhaps best known for its magical holiday offerings, larger-than-life Christmas tree, and incredible seasonal décor, a stay is the ultimate experience. —Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 14 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for magical

• tragical