charming

adjective

charm·​ing ˈchär-miŋ 

: extremely pleasing or delightful : entrancing

a charming restaurant

has such charming manners

charmingly

ˈchär-miŋ-lē 

adverb

Synonyms of charming

• charismatic
• appealing
• attractive
• enchanting
• seductive
• fascinating

Examples of charming in a Sentence

a charming little café by the sea

a charming man who had no problem winning women's hearts

Recent Examples on the Web

For the best seat in the house, try to nab a spot on the top floor of the charming circular stone building. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 July 2026

But don't worry, it's built a vibrant modern city in between those charming old buildings, too. — Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 20 July 2026

Despite its charming appearance, however, this popular perennial has a darker side. — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 20 July 2026

The show’s comedy only made its bleakest moments more upsetting and dramatic in contrast, while the drama made the visual gags and slapstick more charming. — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 20 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

from present participle of charm entry 2

First Known Use

1664, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for charming

• arming
• farming
• harming
• alarming
• disarming

Kids Definition

charming

adjective

charm·​ing ˈchärm-iŋ 

: pleasant and attractive especially in manner

a charming person