charming

adjective

charm·​ing ˈchär-miŋ 

: extremely pleasing or delightful : entrancing

a charming restaurant

has such charming manners

charmingly

ˈchär-miŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms of charming

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

Examples of charming in a Sentence

a charming little café by the sea

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

Recent Examples on the Web

Ovington Gardens and Ovington Square are both lined with charming Victorian townhouses—one of which has just hit the market. — Tori Latham, Robb Report, 5 Aug. 2026

An 8cm pile of true New Zealand wool gives this shag rug a charming bedhead quality. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 5 Aug. 2026

Few people in the history of the game are as colorful, charming, genuine, authentic and honest as Wash’. — Mac Engel august 5, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Aug. 2026

Flanked by hydrangea bushes, this charming Cape Cod-style cottage is the perfect spot for a bachelorette weekend or girls’ trip. — Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

from present participle of charm entry 2

First Known Use

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