Words / A2

MAJ-ik/ˈmædʒɪk/

Magic is a special power or clever tricks that look impossible: a magic show, magic tricks, as if by magic. Magician is the person. Trick is a cousin for a single act. Science explains the real world; magic is for stories and stage. Do not write magic when you mean tragic, or maggot.

Meaning

A special power that seems to make impossible things happen.

Examples

• “The children loved the magic show in the park.”
• “The street show used simple magic with cards and coins.”
• “The fog lifted as if by magic after breakfast.”

Good to know

a magic show / tricks. Person: magician. Mix-up: tragic.

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