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
Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2025
Pearl Hotel This charming 59-key inn in Bay St. Louis has a sophisticated seafood restaurant, Thorny Oyster.
Where to Eat
Bozo’s Too
Perfect for a lunch stop in Pascagoula, this no-frills spot serves po’boys, steamers, and a loaded Bloody Mary with an oyster, shrimp, and crawfish garnish.
—Cinelle Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
Dual front discs are a visually charming but perhaps practically unnecessary feature for a bike that will most likely have a peak power output of 47 horsepower (35 kW).
—New Atlas, 13 Jan. 2025
There’s a reason why the founders of Vail, in an effort to create a charming, quintessential ski town, copied Switzerland.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Jesse Eisenberg’s charming Sundance breakout moves gently and smoothly but hints at an all-consuming darkness underneath.
—Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Jan. 2025
Pearl Hotel This charming 59-key inn in Bay St. Louis has a sophisticated seafood restaurant, Thorny Oyster.
Where to Eat
Bozo’s Too
Perfect for a lunch stop in Pascagoula, this no-frills spot serves po’boys, steamers, and a loaded Bloody Mary with an oyster, shrimp, and crawfish garnish.
—Cinelle Barnes, Travel + Leisure, 15 Jan. 2025
Dual front discs are a visually charming but perhaps practically unnecessary feature for a bike that will most likely have a peak power output of 47 horsepower (35 kW).
—New Atlas, 13 Jan. 2025
There’s a reason why the founders of Vail, in an effort to create a charming, quintessential ski town, copied Switzerland.
—Larry Olmsted, Forbes, 7 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charming
Adjective
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Leadership style during the excitement phase is charismatic, rallying and bold.—
Sherzod Odilov,
Forbes,
12 Jan. 2025
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The veteran action star is convincing and charismatic as a cop who quits the force to become a crusading Department of Justice prosecutor but is let down by a screenplay that’s prone to bouts of melodrama in and out of the courtroom.—
Richard Kuipers,
Variety,
10 Jan. 2025
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Highly selective gifts for everyone on your list Shop Guest Edit Jennifer Zuccarini’s Favorite Things The founder of Fleur du Mal lingerie and fashion believes in sophisticated seduction and provocative wit.—
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airmail.news,
2 Nov. 2024
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Even worse, his seduction involves telling the truth (though sometimes with unforeseen consequences).—
Keith Phipps,
Vulture,
19 Sep. 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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Dalziel was charged with, and later pleaded guilty to, 11 copyright offenses for selling items without a license from the owner, one count of transferring criminal property, and three counts of acquiring, using, or possessing criminal property.—
Jon Blistein,
Rolling Stone,
3 Jan. 2025
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Factoring in their utility and portability, monoculars are certainly an appealing option for both skygazing, wildlife watching and more.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
16 Jan. 2025
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The whole idea behind dehorning is to make a rhino less appealing to poachers.—
Dac Collins,
Outdoor Life,
16 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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Just before the Dallas Cowboys and Mike McCarthy decided to part ways Monday, The Athletic’s Jeff Howe polled five assistant coaches to get a pulse on the most attractive head coaching vacancies around the NFL.—
Saad Yousuf,
The Athletic,
15 Jan. 2025
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But buying TikTok could be an attractive option for Musk.—
Ars Technica,
Ars Technica,
14 Jan. 2025
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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
Adjective
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The tartness of cranberry, kissed with vanilla rum, is as enchanting as Elphaba's voice hitting that high note.—
Stephanie Gravalese,
Forbes,
13 Jan. 2025
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What’s so enchanting and frustrating about American life is that there are so many examples of people who did work hard and did make it and achieve success.—
Jennie Rothenberg Gritz,
Smithsonian Magazine,
7 Jan. 2025
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“Charming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charming. Accessed 24 Jan. 2025.
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