Charismatic: meaning, definitions and examples

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charismatic

 

[ ˌkarɪzməˈtɪk ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

personality trait

Exercising a compelling charm that inspires devotion in others.

Synonyms

captivating, charming, magnetic, persuasive

Examples of usage

  • She is a charismatic leader who always captivates her audience.
  • His charismatic personality makes him stand out in any crowd.
Context #2 | Noun

person

A person who possesses a magnetic charm or appeal that attracts others.

Synonyms

charmer, influencer, leader, magnet

Examples of usage

  • The new CEO is a charismatic who has motivated the team to achieve great success.
  • He was known as a charismatic in the political arena for his ability to connect with people.

Translations

Translations of the word "charismatic" in other languages:

🇵🇹 carismático

🇮🇳 करिश्माई

🇩🇪 charismatisch

🇮🇩 karismatik

🇺🇦 харизматичний

🇵🇱 charyzmatyczny

🇯🇵 カリスマ的な

🇫🇷 charismatique

🇪🇸 carismático

🇹🇷 karizmatik

🇰🇷 카리스마 있는

🇸🇦 كاريزمي

🇨🇿 charismatický

🇸🇰 charizmatický

🇨🇳 有魅力的

🇸🇮 karizmatičen

🇮🇸 karismatískur

🇰🇿 харизматикалық

🇬🇪 კარიზმატული

🇦🇿 karizmatik

🇲🇽 carismático

Etymology

The word 'charismatic' originated from the Greek word 'kharisma', meaning 'gift' or 'divine favor'. It was first used in the English language in the mid-19th century to describe individuals who possessed a special charm or appeal that attracted others. Over time, 'charismatic' has become synonymous with qualities such as charm, influence, and leadership.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,600, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.