as in charm
the power of irresistible attraction
a movie star with great charisma
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Recent Examples of charisma
Palmer’s drive and charisma are palpable.
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Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2026
The Maine Senate candidate’s supporters shrugged off the Nazi tattoo and the mountain of old incendiary Reddit posts, drawn to his charisma and ready to believe in his redemption arc.
—Julia Terruso, Time, 8 June 2026
Sadhwani said that California’s left, in contrast to New York’s, appears to have a charisma deficit.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Once Venus enters Leo; however, matters of love and romance become more visible, and someone could notice your power and charisma in a way that feels equally flattering and dangerous.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
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Ct Jones, Rolling Stone, 9 June 2026
The Maine Senate candidate’s supporters shrugged off the Nazi tattoo and the mountain of old incendiary Reddit posts, drawn to his charisma and ready to believe in his redemption arc.
—Julia Terruso, Time, 8 June 2026
Sadhwani said that California’s left, in contrast to New York’s, appears to have a charisma deficit.
—National Correspondent, Los Angeles Times, 7 June 2026
Once Venus enters Leo; however, matters of love and romance become more visible, and someone could notice your power and charisma in a way that feels equally flattering and dangerous.
—Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 5 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charisma
Noun
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Knicks fan Pierre said, wearing a gold chain with a platano charm (a good-luck symbol honoring Dominican player Karl-Anthony Towns).—
Antonio Ferme,
Variety,
11 June 2026
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With Larsson leading denim’s biggest trends including low-rise fits, colorful denim, micro shorts and denim decorated with charms and trinkets, the collection reflects this level of pop-star glam with standout items like red ombré flare denim and embellished denim with crystal detailing.—
Angela Velasquez,
Footwear News,
11 June 2026
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From a fantasy perspective, Ronaldo’s appeal is straightforward.—
Abdul Rehman,
New York Times,
11 June 2026
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Businesses with national or broad-market appeal tend to attract the strongest investor interest.—
Melissa Houston,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Ryan Murphy and Matthew Hodgson’s satirical body horror saga about the production of a drug that increases physical attractiveness with deadly consequences takes place in the rarified worlds of high fashion in a world that’s somehow even more image obsessed than our own.—
Christian Zilko,
IndieWire,
8 June 2026
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Decades later, research continues to find that attractiveness influences hiring decisions, salaries, legal outcomes, and perceptions of competence.—
Maia Niguel Hoskin,
Forbes.com,
28 May 2026
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The two of them sit watching the four of us with grim fascination, as if at a public hearing.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
11 June 2026
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The growing fascination reflects a broader shift in how consumers think about health.—
Meggen Harris,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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The visitor was later confronted by firefighters stationed at the attraction and escorted from the site, the agency reported.—
Kelly McGreal,
FOXNews.com,
11 June 2026
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One of its main attractions is the Corales Golf Course, located in the Puntacana Resort and home to renowned tournaments such as the PGA Tour.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
11 June 2026
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Fontainebleau Miami Beach Miami Beach, Florida A Miami Beach icon for more than 50 years, Fontainebleau Miami Beach spans 22 oceanfront acres, blending golden-era glamour with modern luxury.—
Allison Tibaldi,
USA Today,
9 June 2026
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The new route connects West Coast travelers with the allure and glamour of the Hamptons.—
Michael Cappetta,
Travel + Leisure,
9 June 2026
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“Charisma.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charisma. Accessed 13 Jun. 2026.
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