charming

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adjective

charm·​ing ˈchär-miŋ 

: extremely pleasing or delightful : entrancing

a charming restaurant

has such charming manners

charmingly

ˈchär-miŋ-lē 

adverb

charming

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present participle of charm entry 2

Synonyms of charming

Adjective

• charismatic
• appealing
• attractive
• enchanting
• seductive
• fascinating

Examples of charming in a Sentence

Adjective

a charming little café by the sea

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

But for something more relaxed, the 30-minute drive to the charming Spanish villages of Deia and Soller. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Nov. 2026

This bistro set transforms a patio, balcony, or garden into a charming al fresco retreat for sunrise coffees and sunset nightcaps. — Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Nov. 2026

With Helen, whom Okonedo imbues with a curious, charming sensitivity, there’s a freedom for Minnie to step outside of her prescribed zone. — Katie Walsh, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026

Upholstered Headboards Upholstered headboards have the most charming sense of nostalgia. — Heather Bien, Martha Stewart, 6 Nov. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

from present participle of charm entry 2

First Known Use

Adjective

1664, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for charming

• arming
• farming
• harming
• alarming
• disarming

Kids Definition

charming

adjective

charm·​ing ˈchärm-iŋ 

: pleasant and attractive especially in manner

a charming person