as in charm
the power of irresistible attraction
a movie star with great charisma
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Recent Examples of charisma
Payne’s talent, ambition, and charisma got him through the first few rounds before he was sent home.
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Federico Fahsbender, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2025
Their impeccable performances not only showcase an immense talent and creativity, but also an undeniable charisma to match.
—Matt Minton, Variety, 4 Feb. 2025
In a recent phone conversation, Presley said that even in an era where entertainers are groomed and packaged for success from an early age, Elvis’ natural talent and charisma are unmatched.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2025
Yet this is a key aspect of Jackman’s charisma: a kind of sweet humility that constantly refreshes itself.
—Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 31 Jan. 2025
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Federico Fahsbender, Rolling Stone, 11 Feb. 2025
Their impeccable performances not only showcase an immense talent and creativity, but also an undeniable charisma to match.
—Matt Minton, Variety, 4 Feb. 2025
In a recent phone conversation, Presley said that even in an era where entertainers are groomed and packaged for success from an early age, Elvis’ natural talent and charisma are unmatched.
—Ben Crandell, Sun Sentinel, 3 Feb. 2025
Yet this is a key aspect of Jackman’s charisma: a kind of sweet humility that constantly refreshes itself.
—Helen Shaw, The New Yorker, 31 Jan. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for charisma
Noun
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Step back in time and experience the charm of a traditional Victorian afternoon tea.—
Joe Rassel,
Orlando Sentinel,
19 Feb. 2025
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The Hunting Wives – Starz series in which a woman (Brittany Snow) dangerously succumbs to the charms of a socialite (Malin Åkerman) after moving with her family from the East Coast to deep red East Texas.—
Jesse Whittock,
Deadline,
19 Feb. 2025
Noun
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With the increasing diversity and international appeal of the Academy’s voting body, von Horn, like other directors whose film travel the world, tuned into his film’s universal appeal across language barriers.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
8 Feb. 2025
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Due process still takes place, but there will be a lot less appeals issues.—
Kevin Fixler,
Idaho Statesman,
7 Feb. 2025
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Like nearly everything about these two, their Tony Manero fascination has a boyish innocence.—
Sheri Linden,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Feb. 2025
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Firearms, a recent fascination, are the show’s most frequent subject.—
Laura Regensdorf Katharine Sohn Laura Bannister Osman Can Yerebakan Shannon Adducci,
New York Times,
13 Feb. 2025
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There are a few things the team wants to focus on next: continuing to grow the sushi program, along with the omakase experience, and working to make the drinks and bar service more of an attraction on its own accord.—
Sunny Hubler,
Charlotte Observer,
19 Feb. 2025
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While Lanzmann is barely seen in Shoah itself, most of the footage here turns him into the main attraction — something that the director, despite all his ego-tripping, may very well have objected to.—
Jordan Mintzer,
The Hollywood Reporter,
17 Feb. 2025
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Here, the actor’s deep part and polished waves offer an allusion to Old Hollywood glamour. 25.—
Calin Van Paris,
Vogue,
18 Feb. 2025
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More glamour meets the runway with a low cut maxi dress that shined in the spotlight and a funnel neck sheer lace dress with a floral pattern throughout it.—
Kerane Marcellus,
Essence,
13 Feb. 2025
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“Charisma.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/charisma. Accessed 22 Feb. 2025.
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