Charmingest: meaning, definitions and examples

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charmingest

 

[ ˈʧɑrmɪŋəst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

degree of charm

The term 'charmingest' is a superlative form of the adjective 'charming', which describes someone or something that possesses a delightful or pleasing quality. When used, it indicates that out of a group, one person or thing has the most charm. Often, it relates to personality traits or aesthetic appeal that captivates or attracts others.

Synonyms

most attractive, most delightful, most enchanting.

Examples of usage

  • She was considered the charmingest guest at the party.
  • Of all the candidates, he was the charmingest speaker during the debate.
  • Among the flowers in the garden, the rose was the charmingest.
  • He always tries to be the charmingest in social gatherings.

Translations

Translations of the word "charmingest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 encantador

🇮🇳 आकर्षकतम

🇩🇪 charmanteste

🇮🇩 paling menawan

🇺🇦 найчарівніший

🇵🇱 najbardziej uroczy

🇯🇵 最も魅力的な

🇫🇷 le plus charmant

🇪🇸 el más encantador

🇹🇷 en çekici

🇰🇷 가장 매력적인

🇸🇦 الأكثر سحرًا

🇨🇿 nejvíce okouzlující

🇸🇰 najčarovnejší

🇨🇳 最迷人的

🇸🇮 najbolj očarljiv

🇮🇸 mest heillandi

🇰🇿 ең тартымды

🇬🇪 ყველაზე მომხიბვლელი

🇦🇿 ən cazibədar

🇲🇽 el más encantador

Etymology

The word 'charming' stems from the Old French term 'charmer', which means 'to enchant'. The root of this term can be traced back to the Latin word 'carmen', meaning 'song' or 'charm', which reflects its association with enchantment and allure. The superlative form 'charmingest' is formed by adding the suffix '-est', indicating the highest degree of charm. While 'charming' has been in use for centuries, its comparative and superlative forms have evolved to emphasize the level of charm expressed in various contexts. In modern English, while 'most charming' is often preferred in formal contexts, 'charmingest' can still be heard in colloquial speech, maintaining the playful and informal nature of the language.