as in charm
the power of irresistible attraction
a movie star with great charisma
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Recent Examples of charisma
As con artist Frank Abagnale Jr., the actor is as likable as ever, using his charisma to believably talk his way into being a pilot, doctor, or lawyer.
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Derek Lawrence, EW.com, 13 July 2025
Liam sang most of the songs in his reedy yowl, all charisma with his hands pulled behind his back, head tilted up toward the sky and a parka often inexplicably zipped all the way up to his chin.
—Paula Mejía, Vulture, 5 July 2025
Joy and stubbornness And there’s no guarantee the successor will have the current Dalai Lama’s charisma, or his ability to balance a sense of joy with the stubbornness needed to counter China.
—Sheikh Saaliq, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
Environmentalists advocating for wild landscapes and creatures have breathtaking panoramas and wildlife charisma to help with their public calls to action.
—Book Marks
july 10, Literary Hub, 10 July 2025
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Derek Lawrence, EW.com, 13 July 2025
Liam sang most of the songs in his reedy yowl, all charisma with his hands pulled behind his back, head tilted up toward the sky and a parka often inexplicably zipped all the way up to his chin.
—Paula Mejía, Vulture, 5 July 2025
Joy and stubbornness And there’s no guarantee the successor will have the current Dalai Lama’s charisma, or his ability to balance a sense of joy with the stubbornness needed to counter China.
—Sheikh Saaliq, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2025
Environmentalists advocating for wild landscapes and creatures have breathtaking panoramas and wildlife charisma to help with their public calls to action.
—Book Marks
july 10, Literary Hub, 10 July 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charisma
Noun
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One of the oldest towns in South Carolina, Conway is steeped in historic charm.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
25 July 2025
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Number of Tourists in 2024: 45 million From ancient Aztec ruins to the colonial charm of Oaxaca, Mexico grabs you by the senses and doesn’t let go.—
Lewis Nunn,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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Despite Chinese foldables being clearly superior the past few years, various factors (some out of their control) have prevented Chinese foldables from reaching mainstream appeal.—
Ben Sin,
Forbes.com,
26 July 2025
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But the committee also does mediation, appeals and training.—
Damenica Ellis
July 25,
Charlotte Observer,
25 July 2025
Noun
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As with many sweeping arguments, the fascination lies in the details.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
21 July 2025
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But the dual Democrat-Republican fascination with The Epstein Files also testifies to a truth Hollywood has forever known: a love of conspiracy stories tugs at us all.—
Steven Zeitchik,
HollywoodReporter,
19 July 2025
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The source noted that philanthropy is part of their mutual attraction.—
Catherine Santino,
People.com,
25 July 2025
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Other recent theme park incidents that made headlines include a backstage fire at Epcot at Walt Disney World in Florida, and riders who jumped off of a raft ride after becoming stuck on the attraction at Six Flags Over Texas in June 2024.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
25 July 2025
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In the principality of Monaco, the French fashion house Jacquemus has brought its signature aesthetic, think banana yellow, coconut milk white, and classic black stripes, to the Monte-Carlo Beach Club, infusing the iconic pier and Pool Café with a breath of Mediterranean glamour.—
Sarah Turner,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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The deal could serve as a major test to how Wall Street views parts of the AI glitz and glamour.—
Pia Singh,
CNBC,
22 July 2025
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“Charisma.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charisma. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.
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