Synonyms for

Mag

Verb / mæg / Another word for mag — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a magazine, especially one for a specialized audience or interest

Synonyms & similar words

magazine journal periodical publication rag review zine bulletin newsletter newspaper chronicle record report register catalogue directory guidebook manual handbook guide compendium

Synonyms by register

Formal

fondness liking appreciation affection

Informal

liking dig keen on into

Literary

ardor devotion fondness

Antonyms

dislike hate loathe detest abhor despise

Common collocations

  • have a mag for
  • great mag for
  • real mag for
  • strong mag for
  • developed a mag
  • growing mag

Word family

noun magnet
verb magnetize
adjective magnetic
adverb magnetically

Usage note

The word 'mag' is an informal abbreviation for 'magnet'. It is rarely used in formal contexts. Its primary use is in technical or scientific discussions about magnetism.

Example sentences

  1. I bought a mag about cars.
  2. She loves to read fashion mags.
  3. I read a mag about cooking.
  4. He subscribed to a mag about sports.
  5. I enjoy reading science mags.

Quotes

  • I think a lot of women get a thrill out of seeing themselves in a mag like 'Playboy.'
  • I was a 'Vogue' girl, and there was a magazine called 'Young Miss' that I really liked, but that was kind of a kiddie mag.
  • I started to do a study on the French writers and how they are different from writers from other parts of the world. I found that it was too much to do, so I transferred it to a study of the French writers and their literary magazines. That led me to write for the 'Magazine Litteraire.'

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