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The character "魅" is structurally composed of the radical "鬼", meaning ghost or demon, and the phonetic component "未", which historically also carried associative meaning. Its etymology originates from classical texts where it referred to a specific type of malevolent forest spirit or demon believed to cause mischief and illness. Over the centuries, the semantic focus of the character gradually shifted from purely sinister supernatural entities toward a more abstract sense of mysterious, captivating, and enchanting power. This evolution allowed the term to describe not only ghosts that could bewitch people but also the compelling allure inherent in things of exceptional beauty or charm, blending its supernatural foundation with aesthetic and psychological fascination. The traditional form maintains the same components, and while the core concept of an elusive, attractive force remains, its modern usage has largely shed the earlier emphasis on tangible harmful spirits.
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她的笑容很有魅力。
这座城市有着独特的魅力。
那灯光制造出魅惑的气氛。
他的音乐魅力吸引了无数粉丝。
月光下，湖面上泛起神秘的魅影。
这款香水散发着迷人的魅力。
艺术的魅力在于它能触动心灵。
尽管时代变迁，经典文学的魅力永不褪色。