charismatic

adjective

ˌker-əz-ˈma-tik How to pronounce charismatic (audio)
Definition of charismaticnext
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 By all accounts, the real Grandier was a handsome, charismatic speaker as well as a serial philanderer who spoke out against clerical celibacy. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 16 Oct. 2026 In the first, a best-selling mystery author dies, and Benoit Blanc, a charismatic and inquisitive private eye played by Daniel Craig, must investigate. — New York Times, 15 Oct. 2026 But the appointment of the 69-year-old Tagle, a charismatic figure previously tipped as a possible pope, was an important piece of housekeeping. — Antonia Mortensen, CNN Money, 14 Oct. 2026 Madonna sealed the collection’s fame by wearing one of its standout looks to that year’s MTV Video Music Awards, catapulting the charismatic Ford onto the international stage and propelling Gucci to extraordinary commercial success. — Robb Report, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for charismatic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for charismatic
  1. charming
  2. attractive
  3. appealing
  4. seductive
  5. fascinating
  6. enchanting
Adjective
  • The charming downtown Banff is about two miles down the road; the hotel offers a free shuttle into town every 30 minutes.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Fisher lived in a charming Spanish-style estate high up in the Hollywood Hills, and her mom, at Fisher’s behest, moved into the neighboring cottage.
    — Michael Gioia, Architectural Digest, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of charming
Adjective
  • Animosity toward national politics has seeped into town halls, where trust in government is making public service jobs less attractive, said Stephanie Leiser, director of U-M's Center for Local, State and Urban Policy, which conducted the survey.
    — CBS News, CBS News, 21 Oct. 2026
  • Despite the restrictions, Jung says Korea is an attractive option for straight couples who want to engage with a medical system that’s fast and efficient.
    — Jessica Poitevien, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of attractive
Adjective
  • But his presence, his apparent delight as adults in scuba suits shoot themselves out of helicopters in pursuit of gold, is part of what makes the show so appealing.
    — Doreen St. Félix, New Yorker, 24 Oct. 2026
  • One of the appealing aspects of building an NFL stadium in Inglewood was the speed with which a development agreement could be assembled and approved.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of appealing
Adjective
  • The rising Slovak star made an impression, leading a troupe of dancers for a seductive performance with all the hallmarks of a wild night down at the Moulin Rouge.
    — Lars Brandle, Billboard, 23 Oct. 2026
  • The classic villain has the ability to control plants and often controls people’s minds using seductive pheromones.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 21 Oct. 2026
Definition of seductive
Adjective
  • But one of the really fascinating wrinkles to this Black artist’s career was when during the BLM protests, one of his images went viral.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Visitors can bike, hike, swim in the park’s seasonal pool, and get to know some of the fascinating local history, all across about three square miles.
    — Cu Fleshman, Travel + Leisure, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of fascinating
Adjective
  • Sharing the rooftop with Watr, the pool setting is enchanting, surrounded by gleaming high-rises and overlooking the lake.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Oct. 2026
  • The hit Crave original charts the enchanting romance of rival players Russian prodigy Ilya Rozanov (Connor Storrie) and Canadian golden boy Shane Hollander (Hudson Williams).
    — Emily Maskell, IndieWire, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of enchanting

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“Charismatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charismatic. Accessed 28 Oct. 2026.

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