Magnetize (verb)

1. To make something magnetic by exposing it to a magnetic field.
2. To exert a strong attractive power on someone or something.

Origin:

From middle english magnetisien, from latin magnetisare, from magnet-, from greek magnes "magnesian stone".

Examples:

1. The bar of iron was magnetized by passing it through a coil of wire carrying an electric current.
2. The speaker had a powerful presence that magnetized the audience's attention.
3. The new product was magnetized to attract customers.
4. His charm and charisma magnetized people to him.
5. The scientist magnetized the needle of the compass to point in a certain direction.