Magic (noun)

1. The use of spells, charms, and rituals to attempt to control natural forces and events.
2. A sense of mystery and wonder.
3. A quality of being enchanted or spellbinding.
4. An illusory trick or deception.

Origin:

Middle english: via old french from latin magia, from greek magikē (tekhnē) "(art) of the magi".

Examples:

1. The magic of the theater is that it can transport us to another world.
2. The old man was rumored to be a practitioner of magic.
3. She tried to recapture the magic of their first date.
4. The magic of his words captured the audience's imagination.
5. Magicians often use misdirection as part of their magic tricks.