charming

[ chahr-ming ]

adjective

1. pleasing; delightful:

   a charming child.

   Synonyms: engaging, winsome, winning, lovely

2. using charm; exercising magic power.

charming

/ ˈtʃɑːmɪŋ /

adjective

1. delightful; pleasant; attractive

Derived Forms

• ˈcharmingly, adverb

Other Words From

• charming·ly adverb
• charming·ness noun
• un·charming adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of charming¹

First recorded in 1250–1300; Middle English; charm ¹ + -ing ²

Example Sentences

But, if his first term is any indication, Trump's sociopathic tactics, while alarmingly charming to a lot of voters, tend to backfire in the art of the deal on Capitol Hill.

From Salon

Critics have welcomed the film's unique visual style, calling it "disarmingly joyous" and "oddly charming" - but they've also questioned one of the film's big omissions.

From BBC

If so, then the critically acclaimed “The Wild Robot” and the charming “Inside Out 2,” Pixar’s highest-grossing film of all time, would like your attention.

From Los Angeles Times

It allowed me to show something that is not forced, or pushy, or, “Hey, I’m charming.”

From Salon

Although one of Jamie’s own former agents says he had little success in front of the camera, they describe him as “charming” and “over the top”.

From BBC

Related Words

• absorbing
• alluring
• amiable
• appealing
• attractive
• charismatic
• cute
• delightful
• elegant
• engaging
• engrossing
• fascinating
• glamorous
• graceful
• inviting
• likable
• lovable
• lovely
• pleasant
• provocative