charming

adjective

charm·​ing ˈchär-miŋ How to pronounce charming (audio)
Synonyms of charming
: 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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Apparently, mom Donna was meant to go on a date with another guy when Ed saw her, hit her with a not-so-cool-yet-charming pickup line, scooped her and the rest was history. Stephanie Sengwe, PEOPLE, 1 July 2026 In a charming twist, the homeowner was inspired by a 2022 Times story about a Koreatown yard’s transformation. Pedro Moura, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026 The Goldblums, along with their two sons, Charlie Ocean and River Joe, live happily in the hills above West Hollywood, ensconced in the charming 1930s Spanish Revival house that the actor has occupied for more than four decades. Mayer Rus, Architectural Digest, 1 July 2026 Some of the most charming, practical, and conversation-worthy picnic essentials can be found tucked away on secondhand shelves. Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 1 July 2026 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 5 Jul. 2026.

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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