as in charismatic
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
a charming man who had no problem winning women's hearts
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as in seduction
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as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic
a quaint seaside village that charms all who visit it
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as in possessing
to cast a spell on
in one version of the tale, it is a vengeful fairy who charms Sleeping Beauty so that she falls into a sleep for a hundred years
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Recent Examples of charming
Hannah Gold, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
After a confident and charming pilot, the show wastes no time in getting weird — from psychic gorillas to time travel to a walking nuclear weapon (Firestorm).
—EW.com, 19 Feb. 2025
Miller Beach is next door to Indiana Dunes National Park; it’s got a beach and a charming commercial district (Miller Pizza Co., Tiny’s Coffee Bar).
—Paige Williams, The New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2025
A treat here — whether a cappuccino, an Aperol spritz, or a post-dinner gelato — is made even more special by the charming outdoor tables beneath Pontremoli’s illuminated bell tower.
—Carissa & Dino Tozzi, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2025
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Adjective
The atmosphere was charming, crass, and rather technical.
—Hannah Gold, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
After a confident and charming pilot, the show wastes no time in getting weird — from psychic gorillas to time travel to a walking nuclear weapon (Firestorm).
—EW.com, 19 Feb. 2025
Miller Beach is next door to Indiana Dunes National Park; it’s got a beach and a charming commercial district (Miller Pizza Co., Tiny’s Coffee Bar).
—Paige Williams, The New Yorker, 10 Feb. 2025
A treat here — whether a cappuccino, an Aperol spritz, or a post-dinner gelato — is made even more special by the charming outdoor tables beneath Pontremoli’s illuminated bell tower.
—Carissa & Dino Tozzi, Travel + Leisure, 10 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charming
Adjective
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Radner's shocking death from cancer at the age of just 42 in 1989 broke millions of hearts still touched by her sparkling and charismatic time on Saturday Night Live.—
Dennis Perkins,
EW.com,
16 Feb. 2025
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Co-starring with charismatic Mexican ballet dancer Isaac Hernández, Chastain is by turns desperate and icy in a conflicted love story that finds nerve-jangling ways to keep shifting the power balance.—
David Rooney,
The Hollywood Reporter,
15 Feb. 2025
Noun
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Yet jewelers are hardly the only ones who have fallen prey to the snake’s powers of seduction.—
Victoria Gomelsky,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2025
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Ellen has not really succumbed to his seduction, but has sacrificed herself for a noble cause, ensuring her soul is purified and free, not bound to the damned soul of the undead Orlok.—
Dani Di Placido,
Forbes,
29 Dec. 2024
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Of course, the idea of anyone actually possessing this power also intoxicated me.—
Deborah Treisman,
The New Yorker,
5 Jan. 2025
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However, amidst this competitive environment, a silver lining emerges for those possessing in-demand skills, particularly in AI and machine learning.—
Jack Kelly,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
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But of the three totally different versions of this show presented thus far, this one is the most broadly appealing.—
Angie Han,
The Hollywood Reporter,
21 Feb. 2025
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The implementation and use of AI, machine learning, robotics and the latest Industry 4.0 solutions could make this field and others much more appealing to Gen-Z.—
Lucian Boldea,
Forbes,
19 Feb. 2025
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Additionally, rising political tension in China has made investment in the country less attractive.—
John Liu,
CNN,
20 Feb. 2025
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In a way, the franchise’s dismal state was one of the things Venable found attractive.—
Cody Stavenhagen,
The Athletic,
20 Feb. 2025
Verb
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Understanding the critical nature of some of these components, the Federal Government has been enticing companies to bring more manufacturing home.—
Steven Dudash,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
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This lure dangles just above its gaping jaws, enticing prey close enough to be devoured.—
Scott Travers,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
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This bewitching fusion of introspection and avant-garde musicality solidifies Peluso's status as one of Latin music's brightest trailblazers.—
Pamela Avila,
USA TODAY,
19 Dec. 2024
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The actress and singer has been sharing plenty of behind-the-scenes moments along the way, including a photo posted today that offers a peek at the hair styling tools behind her bewitching updos and soft glam waves.—
Brittany Loggins,
WWD,
18 Oct. 2024
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This enchanting stone cottage features a classic facade framed by climbing roses, warm interiors with original oak beams, a log-burning fireplace and picturesque views of rolling hills.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes,
20 Feb. 2025
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The Wild Robot is an enchanting depiction of life in the age of climate change — a poignant exploration of resilience, overcoming fears and differences, and the power of community in an uncertain world.—
Kirsten Chuba,
The Hollywood Reporter,
20 Feb. 2025
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“Charming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charming. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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