as in charismatic
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
a charming man who had no problem winning women's hearts
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as in seduction
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as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic
a quaint seaside village that charms all who visit it
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as in possessing
to cast a spell on
in one version of the tale, it is a vengeful fairy who charms Sleeping Beauty so that she falls into a sleep for a hundred years
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Recent Examples of charming
Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
Ruffles along the neckline and sleeves add a charming, romantic touch.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
If your Valentine loves sliders, celebrate by charming your sweetie at the burger joint known for its tiny burgers.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 16 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
The region is also dotted with charming small towns like McMinnville, which is known for its vibrant shopping and dining scene.
—Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 3 June 2026
Ruffles along the neckline and sleeves add a charming, romantic touch.
—Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 3 June 2026
Noun
Keep reading for more of our favorite charming finds below—all under $30.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
Meanwhile, while charming your money sector, Venus will clash with Pluto in your 11th house of society (April 3), creating friction or tense conversations with friends around finances or self-worth.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026
If your Valentine loves sliders, celebrate by charming your sweetie at the burger joint known for its tiny burgers.
—Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charming
Adjective
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Ryan Fitzpatrick had the same kind of impact on that dismal 2019 Dolphins team, which might not have won any of its five games that season without the charismatic quarterback, who had a knack for uniting and inspiring people.—
Omar Kelly,
Miami Herald,
29 May 2026
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Inspired by Michael Pollan’s books, Angus stepped out of his London stockbroker brogues and into the role of charismatic, barefoot ‘Farmer Angus’; a passionate espouser of biodynamic farming principles, destined to become a household name.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
27 May 2026
Noun
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These seven episodes chronicle Louis’s seduction, his tumultuous affair with Lestat, Claudia’s turning, and Louis and Claudia’s attempt to murder their maker and escape a violent home life by fleeing to Europe.—
Rebecca Alter,
Vulture,
7 June 2026
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In its archetypal form, the seduction plot features a sybaritic aristocrat who attempts to debauch an upstanding daughter of the bourgeoisie.—
Becca Rothfeld,
New Yorker,
1 June 2026
Verb
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Wilentz, author of the 2010 book Dylan in America, wrote Volume 18‘s detailed, often fascinating 125-page liner notes that provides historical context for the expansive eight-CD set.—
Glenn Peoples,
Billboard,
7 Nov. 2025
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Once on the ground visitors can enjoy Greenland’s rugged coastal landscapes, fascinating indigenous Inuit culture, and the opportunity to experience the country at its primordial best.—
Arati Menon,
Condé Nast Traveler,
7 Jan. 2025
Verb
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Garcia denies ever downloading, possessing, watching, or distributing child pornography.—
Sergio Martínez-Beltrán,
NPR,
6 June 2026
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In addition to taking responsibility for the robberies, federal prosecutors said Lopez admitted to illegally possessing three firearms and a little more than 30 rounds of ammunition that were found at his home in December 2023.—
Ruben Vives,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2026
Adjective
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Instead the result is very wearable, playful, fantastic apparel, pieces built with strength to them that is incredibly appealing.—
Rachel Elspeth Gross,
Forbes.com,
6 June 2026
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As luxury linen has moved into the mainstream to become one of the softest bedding options, a major bonus is that a far more appealing range of price points and color options are now dominating the market.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
6 June 2026
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Bradley Beal, DeMar DeRozan, Donovan Mitchell, Damian Lillard and Kevin Durant — twice — all have been linked to Heat pursuits in recent years, none of the wooing reaching fruition.—
Greg Cote
January 30,
Miami Herald,
30 Jan. 2026
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And Mike's wooing was not initially reciprocated – Claire was married, divorcing her first husband, Rachel and Dayna's father, when Dayna was a baby.—
Piet Levy,
jsonline.com,
18 Dec. 2025
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The rookie showman is proving his mettle as part of the Caballero Circus, a five-generation family of performers, by enchanting audiences with his charismatic stage presence and sharp coordination.—
Andrea Flores,
Los Angeles Times,
19 May 2026
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That studio bosses of today don’t care about enchanting audiences.—
Nina Metz,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
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But to do so would be to miss out on the truly bewitching local neighborhood.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
2 June 2026
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That bewitching feeling became his North Star for storytelling.—
Jazz Tangcay,
Variety,
22 May 2026
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“Charming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charming. Accessed 10 Jun. 2026.
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