Winsomest: meaning, definitions and examples

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winsomest

 

[ ˈwɪn.sə.məst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

charmingly attractive

Winsomest refers to the most charmingly attractive or appealing quality. It describes someone or something that is endearing, delightfully pleasant, or engaging in a way that captures positive feelings.

Synonyms

adorable, charming, lovable

Examples of usage

  • The winsomest smile won everyone's hearts at the party.
  • Her winsomest qualities include her kindness and sense of humor.
  • He is the winsomest child I've ever met, always full of joy.

Translations

Translations of the word "winsomest" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais encantador

🇮🇳 सबसे आकर्षक

🇩🇪 charmantesten

🇮🇩 paling menawan

🇺🇦 найпривабливіший

🇵🇱 najbardziej uroczy

🇯🇵 最も魅力的な

🇫🇷 le plus charmant

🇪🇸 el más atractivo

🇹🇷 en çekici

🇰🇷 가장 매력적인

🇸🇦 الأكثر جاذبية

🇨🇿 nejpůvabnější

🇸🇰 najpríťažlivejší

🇨🇳 最迷人的

🇸🇮 najbolj privlačen

🇮🇸 mesta heillandi

🇰🇿 ең тартымды

🇬🇪 ყველაზე მიმზიდველი

🇦🇿 ən cazibədar

🇲🇽 el más atractivo

Etymology

The word 'winsome' originates from the Old English word 'wynn', which means 'joy' or 'pleasure'. The suffix '-some' is added to indicate a characteristic or quality, thus forming 'winsome' to describe someone who brings joy or pleasure. Over time, the term developed its current connotation of being charming or appealing, especially in a way that seems innocent or childlike. The superlative form 'winsomest' reflects the highest degree of this quality. Its usage persists in modern English to describe individuals, particularly children or pets, that possess an irresistibly charming or attractive demeanor. The concept behind the word continues to resonate in literature and everyday speech, emphasizing the importance of charm and approachability.