charismatic

adjective

char·is·mat·ic | \ ˌker-əz-ˈma-tik

, ˌka-rəz-\

Definition of charismatic

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : having, exhibiting, or based on charisma or charism charismatic sects a charismatic leader

2 : of, relating to, or constituting charisma or charism charismatic gifts

charismatic

noun

plural charismatics

Definition of charismatic (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : a member of a religious group or movement that stresses the seeking of direct divine inspiration and charisms (such as glossolalia or healing)

2 : a person who possesses special traits that attract, inspire, or fascinate other people : a person possessing charisma One of those people like Teddy Roosevelt or Mick Jagger. He was just one of those great charismatics who turned heads and dominated a room.— Dan Aykroyd

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Examples of charismatic in a Sentence

Adjective

He is a charismatic leader. the cult's charismatic leader had managed to persuade seemingly rational people to obey him blindly

Recent Examples on the Web: Adjective

The maker of Jeep, Maserati and Fiat 500 abruptly lost its charismatic CEO Sergio Marchionne who died last July at a Swiss hospital. — Bernhard Warner, Fortune, "The Renault Deal Is Dead, But Fiat Chrysler Still Desperately Needs a Partner," 7 June 2019 Wijnaldum then gets his own chant, with the charismatic Depay clearly loving his role as the leader of the celebrations. — SI.com, "Netherlands Squad Celebrate Virgil van Dijk & Georginio Wijnaldum's Champions League Glory," 4 June 2019 The statement marble fireplace, glossy green ceiling, and trademark Hollywood Regency vibe was a stark departure from the originally drab space, and reflected both the couple and designer’s charismatic energy. — Lucia Tonelli, ELLE Decor, "See the Dramatic Reveal from the Best Room Wins Series Premiere," 2 May 2019 Carneh is a charismatic man with a gift for storytelling. — Katherine Long, The Seattle Times, "Students who beat steep odds credit Washington educators who wouldn’t give up on them," 4 Feb. 2019 Edward is referred to only as the King (the charismatic baritone Stéphane Degout); his heir is the Boy (the tenor Samuel Boden); Edward’s wife, Queen Isabella, is Isabel (the expressive and riveting soprano Barbara Hannigan). — New York Times, "Review: A Long-Awaited New Opera Is a Raucous Beauty," 11 May 2018 Shields is charismatic, making fans and friends out of A-listers such as actress Halle Berry. — Dan Gelston, The Seattle Times, "Shields wants to lift women’s boxing into mainstream," 12 Apr. 2019 Karadima had been a charismatic preacher with connections to some of Chile's elite. — Frances D'emilio, Fox News, "2 more Chilean bishops are out as pope cleans house," 28 June 2018 Karadima had been a charismatic preacher with connections to some of Chile’s elite. — Washington Post, "2 more Chilean bishops are out as pope cleans house," 28 June 2018

Recent Examples on the Web: Noun

That went along with praying for healing, casting out devils, and speaking in tongues, which are more accepted practices among Pentecostals and charismatics today. — Julia Duin, WSJ, "Christian Serpent-Handlers Protect Us All," 12 July 2018 Moorhead and Benson may not be movie-star charismatic in the lead roles, but the bond between them is palpable, delivering just the dynamic the movie needs. — Peter Debruge, chicagotribune.com, "'The Endless' review: Brothers revisit their childhood cult in search for meaning," 19 Apr. 2018 Moore shows off her comic chops as the Happy Daysified supervillain, and Pascal is a charismatic onscreen presence even if his Texan accent occasionally falters. — Christopher Orr, The Atlantic, "Kingsman: The Golden Circle Is More Farce Than Satire," 22 Sep. 2017 In Bernthal’s Castle, the franchise already has one charismatic, haunted antihero to enact his personal code on the world. — Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, "The Defenders Proves Heroes Aren't Enough," 24 Aug. 2017

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