charming

adjective

charm·​ing ˈchär-miŋ How to pronounce charming (audio)
Synonyms of charmingnext
: 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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Apple Basket Many products in the collection also feature an apple motif, including a charming pillow and even a wooden salt cellar and doormat, but we’re most intrigued by the bamboo and rattan apple basket. Joseph Erbentraut, Better Homes & Gardens, 11 Apr. 2026 Estela, the owner, is beyond charming. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026 This charming town on Lake Michigan has emerged as a surprising luxury hotspot, with 53 percent of listings now surpassing $1 million. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Apr. 2026 DeVito also directed this charming flick that kinda bombed in theaters but developed a following on VHS and DVD. Brian Tallerico, Vulture, 11 Apr. 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 12 Apr. 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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