Magically
/ˈmædʒɪkəli/
Definitions
2 meaningsIn a manner that is as if by magic or enchantment; extraordinarily or surprisingly well.
/ˈmædʒɪkəli/
In a way that seems magical; by means of magic
The flowers bloomed magically overnight.
💡 Simply: It's like something happens in a super cool, unbelievable way, as if by magic! Like when you suddenly find your lost toy.
👶 For kids: Like using a magic trick!
More Examples
She magically produced a rabbit from her hat.
The problems were magically resolved.
How It's Used
"The wizard magically transported to another realm."
"The food magically disappeared!"
In a manner suggesting the effortless attainment of a goal or the quick resolution of a problem, often with a surprising or seemingly impossible ease.
/ˈmædʒɪkəli/
In a way that produces a desired effect quickly or surprisingly
The missing document magically reappeared.
💡 Simply: It's like things get better super fast and unexpectedly, without any real work from you!
👶 For kids: When something nice happens super fast, like a magic trick!
More Examples
The new diet magically helped her lose weight.
The machine magically repaired itself.
How It's Used
"The new software magically increased productivity."
"The problem magically fixed itself!"
Synonyms & Antonyms
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Idioms & expressions
wave a magic wand
To solve a problem easily or quickly, as if by magic.
"If I could wave a magic wand, I would eliminate all world poverty."
like magic
Happening suddenly or in a way that seems impossible.
"The stain disappeared like magic."
From the adjective "magic" + "-ally" (adverbial suffix). "Magic" itself comes from the Greek "mageia" (sorcery).
Used from the late 17th century, with early examples in literature relating to supernatural events and transformation.
Memory tip
Think of a magician making something appear magically.
Word Origin
"sorcery, magic"