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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as in seduction
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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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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
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
That meant every stroll to a café, every Metro ride, and every leisurely wander through the city's charming streets became an opportunity to collect fresh outfit inspiration for my ever-growing style mood board.
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Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
30 June 2026
Alicia Geigel,
Southern Living,
8 Apr. 2026
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.
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Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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Adjective
Some of the most charming, practical, and conversation-worthy picnic essentials can be found tucked away on secondhand shelves.
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Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
1 July 2026
That meant every stroll to a café, every Metro ride, and every leisurely wander through the city's charming streets became an opportunity to collect fresh outfit inspiration for my ever-growing style mood board.
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Daisy Maldonado,
InStyle,
30 June 2026
Noun
Keep reading for more of our favorite charming finds below—all under $30.
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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.
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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.
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Susan Selasky,
Freep.com,
16 Jan. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charming
Adjective
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With bright feathers that look painted on, colorful birds are typically pretty and charismatic poster species for conservation.
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In 2025's Marty Supreme, the New York native took on the role of the charismatic hustler Marty Mauser.
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Hurlbut agreed that the seduction of AI is its ease and accessibility.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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But there is a difference between identifying agility as important and possessing it.
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In 1999, authorities jailed Gadd for possessing child pornography.
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The Heat has been in a holding pattern of sorts the past two days, waiting to see if an appealing free agent takes a minimum deal or an appealing player under contract shakes free.
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To me, a road trip is still one of the most appealing ways of exploring the USA.
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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.
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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.
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The rolling meadows, forests, and enchanting Monet gardens form an artistic canvas that complements the hotel’s interiors.
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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.
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That all led up to what remains her signature role as Phoebe Halliwell on Charmed, bewitching audiences for eight seasons.
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But to do so would be to miss out on the truly bewitching local neighborhood.
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“Charming.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charming. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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