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adjective

ˈchär-miŋ How to pronounce charming (audio)
Definition of charmingnext
as in charismatic
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract a charming man who had no problem winning women's hearts

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charming

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noun

as in seduction

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charming

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verb

present participle of charm
1
as in fascinating
to attract or delight as if by magic a quaint seaside village that charms all who visit it

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2
as in possessing
to cast a spell on in one version of the tale, it is a vengeful fairy who charms Sleeping Beauty so that she falls into a sleep for a hundred years

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Recent Examples of charming
Adjective
There’s something kind of charming about Carter’s uncoordinated love-bombing. — Brian Davids, HollywoodReporter, 7 July 2026 Most of the story is a charming two-hander, but Anatomy of a Fall’s Sandra Hüller also has a notable supporting role. — Gerrad Hall, Entertainment Weekly, 6 July 2026
Noun
Keep reading for more of our favorite charming finds below—all under $30. — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 8 Apr. 2026
Verb
Meanwhile, while charming your money sector, Venus will clash with Pluto in your 11th house of society (April 3), creating friction or tense conversations with friends around finances or self-worth. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Apr. 2026 If your Valentine loves sliders, celebrate by charming your sweetie at the burger joint known for its tiny burgers. — Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 16 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for charming
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charming
  1. charismatic
  2. seduction
  3. fascinating
  4. possessing
  5. appealing
  6. wooing
  7. enchanting
  8. bewitching
Adjective
  • Power and Daniel Sweren-Becker wrote the script, which follows a struggling tennis phenom who falls for a charismatic local ball boy at the US Open.
    — Justin Kroll, Deadline, 9 July 2026
  • Not just for his good looks, strong vocals, and charismatic performances, but also for his pretty funny content, especially when trolling the fans.
    — Laura Sirikul, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026
Definition of charismatic
Noun
  • Hurlbut agreed that the seduction of AI is its ease and accessibility.
    — Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 3 July 2026
  • The rhythm of the writing shows the staccato nature of those relationships, with their stops and starts, and how sometimes signs of seduction cannot be misinterpreted or not picked up at all.
    — Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 26 June 2026
Definition of seduction
Verb
  • Wilentz, author of the 2010 book Dylan in America, wrote Volume 18‘s detailed, often fascinating 125-page liner notes that provides historical context for the expansive eight-CD set.
    — Glenn Peoples, Billboard, 7 Nov. 2025
  • Once on the ground visitors can enjoy Greenland’s rugged coastal landscapes, fascinating indigenous Inuit culture, and the opportunity to experience the country at its primordial best.
    — Arati Menon, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Jan. 2025
Definition of fascinating
Verb
  • But his centre-forward qualities extend beyond pure physical strength, with Merino possessing genuine striker instincts, movement and anticipation.
    — Conor O'Neill, New York Times, 11 July 2026
  • Varèse-plus-Oladra rewards the listener with digital playback possessing the emotion expected of analogue.
    — Justin Fenner, Robb Report, 8 July 2026
Definition of possessing
Adjective
  • The fishing village of Klima is well-known for its syrmata, but minuscule Firopotamos is equally appealing.
    — Helen Iatrou, Travel + Leisure, 11 July 2026
  • So that was definitely one of the very appealing parts of this package.
    — Rebecca Rubin, Variety, 10 July 2026
Definition of appealing
Noun
  • Bradley Beal, DeMar DeRozan, Donovan Mitchell, Damian Lillard and Kevin Durant — twice — all have been linked to Heat pursuits in recent years, none of the wooing reaching fruition.
    — Greg Cote January 30, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026
  • And Mike's wooing was not initially reciprocated – Claire was married, divorcing her first husband, Rachel and Dayna's father, when Dayna was a baby.
    — Piet Levy, jsonline.com, 18 Dec. 2025
Definition of wooing
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  • The rolling meadows, forests, and enchanting Monet gardens form an artistic canvas that complements the hotel’s interiors.
    — Veronica M. Stoddart, Travel + Leisure, 30 June 2026
  • The rookie showman is proving his mettle as part of the Caballero Circus, a five-generation family of performers, by enchanting audiences with his charismatic stage presence and sharp coordination.
    — Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 19 May 2026
Definition of enchanting
Verb
  • That all led up to what remains her signature role as Phoebe Halliwell on Charmed, bewitching audiences for eight seasons.
    — JP Mangalindan, Entertainment Weekly, 10 June 2026
  • But to do so would be to miss out on the truly bewitching local neighborhood.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
Definition of bewitching

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