char·is·mat·ic
ˌker-əz-ˈma-tik 
ˌka-rəz-
1
: having, exhibiting, or based on charisma or charism
charismatic sects
a charismatic leader
2
: of, relating to, or constituting charisma or charism
charismatic gifts
plural charismatics
1
: a member of a religious group or movement that stresses the seeking of direct divine inspiration and charisms (such as glossolalia or healing)
2
: a person who possesses special traits that attract, inspire, or fascinate other people : a person possessing charisma
One of those people like Teddy Roosevelt or Mick Jagger. He was just one of those great charismatics who turned heads and dominated a room.—
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Examples of charismatic in a Sentence
Adjective
He is a charismatic leader.
the cult's charismatic leader had managed to persuade seemingly rational people to obey him blindly
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Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024
Uncharismatic challenger: The challenging party candidate is not charismatic or a national hero.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
Dara Delgado, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
These non-denominational charismatics are very focused on modern prophecy, the belief that there are modern prophets.
—Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2024
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Adjective
As the charismatic frontwoman of No Doubt and a multiplatinum solo artist, Stefani’s career has spanned decades and genres, earning numerous accolades, including four MTV Video Music Awards, two Billboard Awards an American Music Award and a Brit Award.
—Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 4 Nov. 2024
Uncharismatic challenger: The challenging party candidate is not charismatic or a national hero.
—Gordon G. Chang, Newsweek, 1 Nov. 2024
Noun
Contemporary Black Pentecostals and charismatics are turning the page on their history of political apathy – whether through public endorsements, voter registration drives or as part of groups such as the Black Church PAC.
—Dara Delgado, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024
These non-denominational charismatics are very focused on modern prophecy, the belief that there are modern prophets.
—Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2024
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“Charismatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/charismatic. Accessed 19 Nov. 2024.
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