charming

adjective

charm·​ing ˈchär-miŋ How to pronounce charming (audio)
: extremely pleasing or delightful : entrancing
a charming restaurant
has such charming manners
charmingly adverb

Examples of charming in a Sentence

a charming little café by the sea a charming man who had no problem winning women's hearts
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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 Is that his technique for charming alumni and donors? Judith Martin, Sun Sentinel, 7 Jan. 2025 In The South Where To Eat Dine On Main Street Main Street in Hendersonville is filled with charming restaurants. Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 6 Jan. 2025 Charly's playful knack for finding the best lounging spots is reflective of the breed's charming characteristics. Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 6 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for charming 

Word History

Etymology

from present participle of charm entry 2

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of charming was in 1664

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“Charming.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/charming. Accessed 15 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

charming

adjective
charm·​ing ˈchärm-iŋ How to pronounce charming (audio)
: pleasant and attractive especially in manner
a charming person

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