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

The secret cake even opens to reveal charming scenes of Winnie the Pooh’s house and the Hundred Acre Wood. —Brittany Anas, Entertainment Weekly, 28 Feb. 2026

Some unique ideas for the shower hosts include a simple candle with a sweet note, a single flower in a keepsake bud vase just for the host, or a charming cocktail napkin set. —Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 28 Feb. 2026

Just look at this ribbed sweater set that’s charming hundreds of trendspotters right now. —Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 28 Feb. 2026

This shiny gray color looks especially gorgeous next to the charming blush comforter, and its velvet fabric adds texture. —Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Feb. 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