as in charming
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
the cult's charismatic leader had managed to persuade seemingly rational people to obey him blindly
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Recent Examples of charismatic
Count My Lies centers on compulsive liar Sloane Caraway, who bluffs her way into a job as a nanny for a gorgeous and charismatic couple, Violet and Jay Lockhart.
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Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2025
One of my favorites of the important supporting cast is the charismatic Chinese couple who runs two shops in town and provides material support to the twins’ efforts to start their juke joint — Grace (Li Jun Li) and Bow Chow (Yao), who have an adolescent daughter, Lisa (Helena Hu).
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Nazareth Hassan’s dark psycho-comedy Practice, about a group of independent thinkers who slowly give themselves over to a charismatic leader, will also run at the midtown theater from October through December.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025
Why cast an actor as charismatic as this star and then hand him two underwritten parts?
—A.a. Dowd, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2025
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Rick Porter, HollywoodReporter, 16 Apr. 2025
One of my favorites of the important supporting cast is the charismatic Chinese couple who runs two shops in town and provides material support to the twins’ efforts to start their juke joint — Grace (Li Jun Li) and Bow Chow (Yao), who have an adolescent daughter, Lisa (Helena Hu).
—Angelica Jade Bastién, Vulture, 18 Apr. 2025
Nazareth Hassan’s dark psycho-comedy Practice, about a group of independent thinkers who slowly give themselves over to a charismatic leader, will also run at the midtown theater from October through December.
—Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 17 Apr. 2025
Why cast an actor as charismatic as this star and then hand him two underwritten parts?
—A.a. Dowd, Rolling Stone, 17 Apr. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charismatic
Adjective
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Bringing in this charming, unpredictable element illustrates Rowlson-Hall’s approach to embracing life in all its beauty and complications.—
Laura Regensdorf,
Vogue,
25 Apr. 2025
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Jacquemus Opens Los Angeles Boutique—Attendees For Opening Include Lori Harvey And Laura Harrier Nestled in the heart of West Hollywood, French fashion house Jacquemus has unveiled its new boutique within a charming rustic home.—
Mecca Pryor,
Essence,
25 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Additionally, the passing by defencemen from deep in the zone is more effective because there is often more than one attractive passing option.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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Though plants are deciduous, attractive exfoliating bark adds interest and texture through the winter months.—
Kim Toscano,
Southern Living,
3 May 2025
Adjective
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Stronger enforcement of equal pay laws, pay transparency regulations, a higher minimum wage, policies to align school and work schedules, and again, paid leave could all make being a working mother a more equitable—and therefore appealing—experience.—
Erica Sloan,
SELF,
23 Apr. 2025
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Studies suggest their vibrant color makes food more appealing and could even increase appetite.—
Sony Salzman,
ABC News,
22 Apr. 2025
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No, what makes this French-language show about French history so extra, incredibly French is the namesake protagonist: a dashing, seductive, single-earring-wearing spy who also happens to be a founding father of haute cuisine.—
Alison Herman,
Variety,
30 Apr. 2025
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The hotel is also home to a great wine cellar and tons of seductive paths that wind in and out of the vineyards.—
Liza B. Zimmerman,
Forbes.com,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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Over the years, the city has developed a thriving drinking and dining scene that encompasses spirits and cultures from all across the globe, and there’s no shortage of fascinating educational institutions to visit as well, with topics spanning from sports to fine arts to wildlife conservation.—
Jared Ranahan,
Forbes.com,
29 Apr. 2025
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The last time Inter visited Barcelona for a Champions League semi-final, back in April 2010, the night teemed with fascinating subplots.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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With Venus conjunct Neptune in your curious third house of the mind, this enchanting synergy could spark dreamy conversations and exchanges.—
Valerie Mesa,
People.com,
2 May 2025
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Atmospheric rooms at this hotel in the tiny yet enchanting village of Bourdeilles feature antique stone fireplaces, wooden beams, and calming water views.—
Chrissie McClatchie,
Travel + Leisure,
1 May 2025
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“Charismatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charismatic. Accessed 6 May. 2025.
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