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 Renowned for her beauty, charisma, and emotional depth onscreen, Wood tragically drowned off the coast of California’s Santa Catalina Island in 1981 at the age of 43. — Michelle Duncan, Architectural Digest, 14 July 2026 Pulisic has never seemed overly comfortable in the role that was thrust upon him, and as his charisma-free walk-on in that Wells Fargo spot suggests, perhaps certain trappings of superstardom will never be a good fit for the AC Milan player. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 10 July 2026 But the man can still work a room like few of his peers on the strength of his charisma. — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 8 July 2026 When Ahab first speaks to the crew about Moby Dick, his diabolical charisma soon infects the men who, apart from Starbuck, enthusiastically join him in his monomaniacal crusade. — Literary Hub, 6 July 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
  • Their signature farmhouse look imbues it with a certain bucolic charm, and all their products are hand-forged in Charleston, South Carolina.
    — Clara Hillis, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026
  • Cassidy is first shown tentatively reconnecting over an Italian meal with Craig (Peter McDonald), a DI who, on the surface, appears to be full of Irish charm.
    — Jon O'Brien, IndieWire, 22 July 2026
Definition of charm
Noun
  • Building a free-flowing, attack-minded squad was the priority, but Keegan’s appeal stretched beyond the dressing room.
    — James Pearce, New York Times, 22 July 2026
  • Few properties capture this boutique appeal quite like the Greek Revival estate Ashford Acres Inn, originally constructed in 1858.
    — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 22 July 2026
Definition of appeal
Noun
  • The European Commission said the preloading of Gemini onto Android devices reduced the attractiveness of rival third-party models for the 60% of EU adults who use Android.
    — Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 17 July 2026
  • As popularized by streamer Clavicular, the movement approaches attractiveness like an engineering problem.
    — Seth Abramovitch, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026
Definition of attractiveness
Noun
  • As Sparrow prepared to open the installation, ARTnews spoke to the artist about her fascination with the everyday and the role of nostalgia in her work.
    — Lilyanna D'Amato, ARTnews.com, 22 July 2026
  • Christopher Nolan’s fascination with time is one of the defining themes of his films.
    — Anthony DeMarco, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of fascination
Noun
  • Located near Inverness, Cabot Highlands offers 36 holes, lodging, and access to other golf courses and Highland attractions like Loch Ness.
    — Zach Schenfisch, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • The main attraction here is the Old Lincoln County Courthouse, where Kid made his last daring escape from jail and killed two deputies in the process.
    — Allison Savage Bates, Denver Post, 19 July 2026
Definition of attraction
Noun
  • From Madame Grès and Gianni Versace to today’s couture runways, designers have long looked to Grecian legacy — including draping, sculptural silhouettes, metallic finishes and goddess glamour — as the ultimate inspiration.
    — Alex Badia, Footwear News, 21 July 2026
  • Now Belafonte is holding Carson’s microphone himself, exuding gravitas and glamour.
    — Joshua Jelly-Schapiro, Vanity Fair, 21 July 2026
Definition of glamour

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