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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Nab this charming bag, which comes in all sorts of coquettish florals and prints that flawlessly fit the aesthetic. Francesca Krempa, Travel + Leisure, 15 Sep. 2025 While stepping out in New York City, the star of The Morning Show wore a charming skirt set and carried a $595 tote bag from DeMellier. Nicol Natale, PEOPLE, 15 Sep. 2025 How different this occasion was from her interesting experience at the book sale and the most agreeable lunch with that charming antique dealer and his nephew! Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2025 House the fall display in an antique wheelbarrow for a perfectly charming presentation. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 Sep. 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 16 Sep. 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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