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MWabjection
charm​ing
adjective
charm·​ing
ˈchär-miŋ

Definition

  • extremely pleasing or delightful entrancing //a charming restaurant //has such charming manners
Other Words
  • charm​ing​ly ˈchär-miŋ-lē adverb
Examples
  • //a charming little café by the sea
  • //a charming man who had no problem winning women's hearts
First Known Use
1664, in the meaning defined above
History and Etymology
from present participle of charm entry 2
charming
adjective

Synonyms & Antonyms (Entry 1 of 3)

charm​ing
adjective
charm·​ing
ˈchär-miŋ

Definition

  • extremely pleasing or delightful entrancing //a charming restaurant //has such charming manners
Other Words
  • charm​ing​ly ˈchär-miŋ-lē adverb
Examples
  • //a charming little café by the sea
  • //a charming man who had no problem winning women's hearts
First Known Use
1664, in the meaning defined above
History and Etymology
from present participle of charm entry 2
charming
adjective

Synonyms & Antonyms (Entry 1 of 3)

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