as in charming
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
the cult's charismatic leader had managed to persuade seemingly rational people to obey him blindly
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Recent Examples of charismatic
Headed by the charismatic and talented Jaroslav Romanchuk, the institute struggled to navigate the complex waters of this Russian puppet state.
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Alejandro Antonio Chafuen, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Evita is about a charismatic woman who loved and was loved by the descamisados — the underclass who revolted and put Eva Perón husband, fascist dictator Juan Perón, in power.
—Elainie Barraza, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 June 2025
Her father, Tom, was a forceful, charismatic man who worked as a commercial real-estate developer.
—Mary Jane Gibson, Rolling Stone, 29 June 2025
Pitt is there to glower and exude experience, and Idris brims with youthful, charismatic arrogance.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 28 June 2025
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Alejandro Antonio Chafuen, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Evita is about a charismatic woman who loved and was loved by the descamisados — the underclass who revolted and put Eva Perón husband, fascist dictator Juan Perón, in power.
—Elainie Barraza, The Orlando Sentinel, 29 June 2025
Her father, Tom, was a forceful, charismatic man who worked as a commercial real-estate developer.
—Mary Jane Gibson, Rolling Stone, 29 June 2025
Pitt is there to glower and exude experience, and Idris brims with youthful, charismatic arrogance.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 28 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charismatic
Adjective
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At first, the breathless news stories seemed charming and harmless.—
David W. Brown,
New Yorker,
5 July 2025
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This adorably resilient and charming 7-year-old Australian Cattle Dog has been waiting for her forever home at the Arizona Humane Society since March - much too long for such a loving pup.—
AZCentral.com,
AZCentral.com,
3 July 2025
Adjective
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Investments in private equity, real estate crowdfunding and digital assets have surged as younger investors proactively manage risks related to inflation and market downturns, seeking stable yet attractive returns.—
Hemanth Golla,
Forbes.com,
1 July 2025
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But a series of lousy draft picks and a lack of an attractive infrastructure — that imaginary permanent practice facility is being built any day now! — have kept them from acquiring the sort of superstars that carry teams in crunch time, the kind of difference-makers this town deserves.—
Bill Plaschke,
Los Angeles Times,
30 June 2025
Adjective
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When cut thin, red onion delivers an appealing flavor without bitterness.—
MD Published,
Verywell Health,
28 June 2025
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The street-facing towers remain; the bishop retains an apartment with tall, appropriately canonical arched windows and stained glass; and the other new residences have an appealing tinge of weirdness that new construction hardly ever offers.—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
27 June 2025
Adjective
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While a Daiquiri is radiant, the Daisy de Santiago is seductive.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
11 July 2025
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The brand unveiled its retro designs on its Instagram posts featuring women in playful vignettes – voluptuous motifs of bygone beauty in seductive positions.—
Nicole Fallert,
USA Today,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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The contrast between ancient history and modern life was fascinating.—
Soo Kim,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 July 2025
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Many fascinating finds from the Byzantine era still turn up in Asia Minor and the Middle East today.—
Andrea Margolis,
FOXNews.com,
10 July 2025
Adjective
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Bode’s spring 2026 presentation was enchanting and expanded the emotional potential of a fashion show.—
Rhonda Richford,
Footwear News,
29 June 2025
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For example, when Pêche Mirage launched at the beginning of 2025, its enchanting floral and fruity aroma flourished throughout the hotel and spa.—
Dahvi Shira,
Forbes.com,
25 June 2025
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“Charismatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charismatic. Accessed 16 Jul. 2025.
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