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levitation

levitation

Noun

This term evokes a sense of defiance against gravity, often carrying a mystical or futuristic connotation. In entertainment and spiritual contexts, it suggests a supernatural ability or a deceptive illusion, creating a feeling of wonder or impossibility.

In scientific and technical discourse, the word shifts toward a precise description of physical phenomena, such as magnetic or acoustic suspension. It describes a state of equilibrium where an upward force exactly cancels out the weight of an object, removing friction and physical contact.

Meanings

Nounlevitation

The act or process of rising or floating in the air without any apparent physical support.

The magician performed a stunning act of levitation during the show.

Nounlevitation

The process of suspending a magnetic object using a magnetic field to counteract gravity.

Superconductors can achieve stable quantum levitation when cooled to extreme temperatures.

Examples

The magician performed a stunning act of levitation during the show.

Look at that rock just floating there. Is this actual levitation?

Supernatural

Magnetic levitation allows trains to travel at incredibly high speeds.

Trivia

I wonder if levitation is possible through sheer willpower.

The monk entered a deep state of meditation and achieved levitation.

Supernatural

Quantum levitation occurs when a superconductor locks into a magnetic field.

Trivia

The sorcerer used a spell of levitation to lift the heavy chest.

Fantasy

Is that a trick or real levitation?

The exhibit demonstrates the principles of acoustic levitation using sound waves.

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