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adjective

Definition of wilingnext
as in charming

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wiling

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verb

present participle of wile
as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic her stories of the Old South could wile anyone

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for wiling
  1. charming
  2. enchanting
  3. enticing
  4. bewitching
  5. spellbound
  6. luring
  7. enchanted
  8. extraordinary
Adjective
  • 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
Definition of charming
Adjective
  • The five-star, upscale resort offers a pristine tropical location, state-of-the-art architecture and award-winning service, creating an enchanting setting where every wedding detail is crafted to perfection.
    Lopesan Costa Bavaro Contributor, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
  • But the vibes within are less enchanting than uncanny.
    Julian Lucas, The New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2024
Definition of enchanting
Verb
  • This approach ensures a mood that complements each casino’s unique ambiance, engages the clientele and enhances their experience, enticing them to remain on the property longer and spend more.
    Nathan Green, Rolling Stone, 1 Oct. 2024
  • These waterproof shoes come with a laundry list of enticing features, the first being a special Vibram Ecostep Recycle outsole, which provides grip on wet and dry surfaces.
    Kelsey Stewart, Travel + Leisure, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of enticing
Adjective
  • The Mayan title translates to cenote, a reference to the bewitching, watery caverns sprinkled throughout Yucatán.
    Justin Davidson, Vulture, 10 Oct. 2024
  • Check in with the stars of one of the most bewitching Disney Channel Original Movies.
    Maureen Lee Lenker, EW.com, 15 Oct. 2024
Definition of bewitching
Adjective
  • Since the dawn of time, the romance of railways has seduced poets, spellbound novelists, and dealt directors the perfect hand for capturing fleeting friendships, illicit affairs, and all manner of crimes and capers.
    Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2024
  • Through masterful research and cinematic writing, The Devil at His Elbow is a transporting journey through Alex’s life, the night of the murders, and the investigation that culminated in a trial that held tens of millions spellbound.
    Sarah Yang, Sunset Magazine, 20 Sep. 2024
Definition of spellbound
Verb
  • Many of her works feature glitter, beads, and notions, luring the viewer in with their collective splendor and evoking intimacy.
    News Desk, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2024
  • But the 48-year-old was arrested at his Las Vegas home in January 2023, accused of luring girls from California to Canada and allegedly raping them and making some his spiritual wives under the false guise of traditional practices.
    Sean Keane, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2024
Definition of luring
Adjective
  • Here are my other takeaways from an unforgettable, enchanted evening.
    Hayleigh Colombo, The Indianapolis Star, 4 Nov. 2024
  • The Orchestre Béziers Méditerranée, conducted by maestro Mathieu Bonnin, brought the audience into an enchanted world of cross-cultural harmony.
    Sara Smith, Variety, 23 Oct. 2024
Definition of enchanted
Adjective
  • Furthermore, the governor’s last extraordinary session was a transparent public-relations stunt.
    Steven Greenhut, Orange County Register, 15 Nov. 2024
  • This extension was approved at an extraordinary general meeting held on July 18, 2024.
    Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
Definition of extraordinary
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