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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And one person who knows how to add a charming feel to your space is Trisha Yearwood. Jacquelyn McGilvray, PEOPLE, 27 Apr. 2026 Barrio de San Juan Adjacent to the Centro Histórico, this charming residential neighborhood encapsulates the essence of Valladolid’s quiet lifestyle. Regina Zumarraga, Travel + Leisure, 27 Apr. 2026 Your ability to be charming and diplomatic will be timely. Georgia Nicols, Denver Post, 27 Apr. 2026 Perhaps the most charming drink is the mezcal mule, served in a small white metal mug like the ones grandmothers use for coffee. Sarah Moreno, Miami Herald, 27 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 29 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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