charisma

noun

kə-ˈriz-mə How to pronounce charisma (audio)
Definition of charismanext
as in charm
the power of irresistible attraction a movie star with great charisma

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Recent Examples of charisma Gertrude Aronow, the grandmother of the restaurateur Nate Adler, was, by Adler’s account, an eccentric woman of uncommon charisma, the sort of person who made any room feel like a party. — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 4 Oct. 2026 The young actor can pull off the swagger and charisma required of a teenage Haymitch, but he was intimidated by the idea of taking on the character’s accent. — Rebecca Ford, Vanity Fair, 2 Oct. 2026 But new characters have the harder task of proving themselves to the audience; reality-TV charisma is an imprecise, unpredictable science. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 29 Sep. 2026 But thanks to pyrotechnics, dry ice, Brian May’s virtuosity, Freddie Mercury’s charisma, and his many costume changes, the show was stunning. — Andy Greene, Rolling Stone, 18 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for charisma
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charisma
  1. charm
  2. appeal
  3. attractiveness
  4. fascination
  5. attraction
  6. glamour
Noun
  • But, for me, the softer spotlight on HABIBTI has been part of its charm all along — and highlights the risk in releasing three albums at once.
    — Carl Lamarre, Billboard, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Classic loafers and chunky socks lean into the slightly offbeat charm.
    — Christina Holevas, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2026
Definition of charm
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  • The ban remains in force, with the Supreme Court scheduled to hear a further appeal early next month.
    — Miranda Jeyaretnam, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
  • In the appeal, the Cubs will be ready to counter these and other potential arguments.
    — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 15 Oct. 2026
Definition of appeal
Noun
  • On the other hand, higher Fed rates typically bolster the attractiveness of dollar assets, exerting depreciation pressure on local currencies.
    — , CNBC, 17 Sep. 2026
  • The rankings were based on student outcomes, learning environment and attractiveness.
    — Finch Walker, USA Today, 1 Sep. 2026
Definition of attractiveness
Noun
  • But spectators may come for the theater of death itself, drawn by fascination with what human beings can do to one another.
    — Maurizio Valsania, The Conversation, 14 Oct. 2026
  • The design also nods to Schlumberger’s fascination with textiles.
    — Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of fascination
Noun
  • Next weekend should offer a clearer picture of whether Universal has created another enduring genre attraction or simply convinced millions of people to show up for an exceptionally good commercial.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Brother Save Us) are set to star in Spaceship Earth, the new Disney+ pilot inspired by the Disney World EPCOT attraction of the same name.
    — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of attraction
Noun
  • For glam, the actress’ hair was styled with a side part and coiffed in an homage to Old Hollywood glamour by stylist Renato Campora, with makeup by artist Hung Vanngo.
    — Julia Teti, Footwear News, 12 Oct. 2026
  • At that time of ‘50s postwar glamour, the Roman jeweler was rapidly growing in popularity, with the Via Condotti boutique welcoming the likes of Elizabeth Taylor and Richard Burton and Audrey Hepburn and Mel Ferrer.
    — Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of glamour

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