charming

char-ming · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Very pleasant or attractive.

  2. 2.

    Having the power to please or delight others through personality or manner.

  3. 3.

    (ironic) Used to express displeasure.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    Prince Charming — an ideal romantic partner (from fairy tales)
  • •
    charming personality — a pleasing and attractive manner

Related words

Antonyms: off-putting, repulsive, unpleasant
See also: attractive, charm, delightful, enchanting
Synonyms: appealing, captivating, delightful, enchanting

Etymology

From the present participle of "charm," from Old French charmer, from Latin carmen ("song, incantation"). The meaning evolved from "magical" to "delightfully attractive."