charming

adjective

charm·​ing ˈchär-miŋ 

: extremely pleasing or delightful : entrancing

a charming restaurant

has such charming manners

charmingly

ˈchär-miŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms

• alluring
• appealing
• attractive
• bewitching
• captivating
• charismatic
• elfin
• enchanting
• engaging
• entrancing
• fascinating
• fetching
• glamorous
• glamourous
• luring
• magnetic
• seductive

Examples of charming in a Sentence

a charming little café by the sea

a charming man who had no problem winning women's hearts

Recent Examples on the Web

Things immediately feel amiss the moment the Sisters first meet their charming tormentor. —Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 8 Nov. 2024

The two-guest home, complete with a full kitchen, is surrounded by the charming Cady Hill Forest, home to over 11 miles of trails—and a profusion of color when the leaves change each fall. —Stephanie Vermillion, Outside Online, 6 Nov. 2024

This 2018 black comedy-drama tracks Arturo, a charming but unethical art gallery owner who devises a daring plan to revive his fortunes after his artist friend Renzo suffers memory loss. —John Hopewell, Variety, 5 Nov. 2024

The western coast of Mexico — specifically Riviera Nayarit, a nearly 200-mile stretch of coastline — is known for its charming fishing villages, lush jungle, and friendly locals. —Zachary Rabinor, Travel + Leisure, 5 Nov. 2024

Word History

Etymology

from present participle of charm entry 2

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

charming

adjective

charm·​ing ˈchärm-iŋ 

: pleasant and attractive especially in manner

a charming person