charm

1 of 2

noun

ˈchärm

: the chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation

: a practice or expression believed to have magic power

: something worn about the person to ward off evil or ensure good fortune : amulet

wore a rabbit's foot as a good-luck charm

: a trait that fascinates, allures, or delights

the charm of this imaginative story

: a physical grace (see grace entry 1 sense 3) or attraction

—used in plural

her feminine charms

: compelling attractiveness

the island possessed great charm

: a small ornament worn on a bracelet or chain

Her sister presented her with a sterling silver charm for her bracelet.

: a fundamental quark that has an electric charge of +²/₃ and a measured energy of approximately 1.5 GeV

also : the flavor characterizing this particle

charmless

ˈchärm-ləs How to pronounce charm (audio)

adjective

charm

2 of 2

verb

charmed; charming; charms

transitive verb

: to affect by or as if by magic : compel

: to please, soothe, or delight by compelling attraction

charms customers with his suave manner

: to endow with or as if with supernatural powers by means of charms

also : to protect by or as if by spells, charms, or supernatural influences

: to control (an animal) typically by charms (such as the playing of music)

charm a snake

intransitive verb

: to practice magic and enchantment

witches having the power to charm

: to have the effect of a charm : fascinate

The village charms by its quaintness.

charmer

ˈchär-mər

noun

Example Sentences

Noun He keeps a horseshoe as a good luck charm. He fell under the spell of her charms. The resort has many charms. The inn has a quaint charm. The island possesses great charm. The new curtains add charm to the room. The seaside location is a big part of the house's charm. He won her over with his charm. Verb The snake was charmed by the music. He was known for his ability to charm voters. He charmed the committee into approving his proposal. I was charmed by the cozy country inn. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Third time's a charm for Guy, who — as promised — was back with Rage Against the Machine in Raleigh, North Carolina on July 31.

Emma Becker, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2022 Then Trump named Wolf as his acting secretary, and found the fourth time was a charm.

Carol D. Leonnig And Maria Sacchetti, Anchorage Daily News, 29 July 2022 Then Trump named Wolf as his acting secretary, and found the fourth time was a charm.

Maria Sacchetti, Washington Post, 29 July 2022 Then Trump named Wolf as his acting secretary, and found the fourth time was a charm.

Carol D. Leonnig, BostonGlobe.com, 28 July 2022 Speculation over whether Krasinksi will revisit his brief stint as Mr. Fantastic has grown since it was announced during San Diego Comic-Con that a new Fantastic Four film is in the works (third time's a charm?), slated for release on Nov. 8, 2024.

Justine Browning, EW.com, 27 July 2022 There is a real charm in how this family interacts with the VIP guests and influencers who attend the Grupo Firme shows.

Eric Fuller, Forbes, 6 June 2022 And senior pitcher Isabela Valdez proved to be a lucky charm for the Crusaders.

Terry Monahan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2022 Throughout an afternoon hour at a Midtown hotel, Jackman came across as a curious performer who leads with the affirmative; his is a disarming charm sculpted out of consideration and confidence.

New York Times, 24 May 2022

Verb

As a result, the game constantly slams its foot on the brakes every time its graphics begin to charm with upgraded environs and incredibly realistic lighting effects.

Sam Machkovech, Ars Technica, 31 Aug. 2022 The premise may sound corny, but there’s an atmosphere of genuine enthusiasm and kindness that will charm even the most cynical of listeners.

Emma Dibdin, BostonGlobe.com, 3 July 2022 The premise may sound corny, but there’s an atmosphere of genuine enthusiasm and kindness here that will charm even the most cynical of listeners.

New York Times, 28 June 2022 Mark Tritton was supposed to be the savior for Bed Bath & Beyond — a hotshot executive from Target who knew how to charm customers with in-house brands and train stores on handling online and in-person orders.

BostonGlobe.com, 30 June 2022 Outlander star Sam Heughan just seems to charm all the celebrity ladies as of late.

Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 5 Aug. 2022 For example, there are Larry Rivers’s fond memories of seducing a friend’s teenage daughter—which do not charm Ada, who grew up with creepy men following her home in Manhattan.

Scott Bradfield, The New Republic, 21 July 2022 Indie pop bands typically approach festival sets as a way to charm new listeners.

Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2022 It’s where stars charm the crowd of about 6,500 lucky people.

Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 July 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Noun

Middle English charme "verse used in incantation, magic spell, the power of such a spell, magic," borrowed from Anglo-French, "magic spell" (also continental Old French), going back to Latin carmin-, carmen "ritual utterance, magical chant, spell, song, poem," dissimilated from *can-men-, from canere "to sing, chant" + -men, resultative noun suffix — more at chant entry 1

Note: P. Fouché regards charme as a learned word rather than a direct continuation of *carmine (Phonétique historique du français, vol. 3 [Paris, 1966], p. 828).

Verb

Middle English charmen "to recite or cast a magic spell, cast a spell on," borrowed from Anglo-French charmer, derivative of charme "magic spell, charm entry 1"

First Known Use

Noun

13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Verb

14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a

Kids Definition

charm 1 of 2

noun

ˈchärm

: an action, word, or phrase believed to have magic powers

: something believed to keep away evil and bring good luck

: a small decorative object worn on a chain or bracelet

: a quality that attracts and pleases

charm

2 of 2

verb

charmed; charming

: to affect or influence by or as if by a magic spell

He charmed the group into supporting him.

: fascinate sense 2, delight

The penguins were all charmed by the sparkling lights and the confusion of the city below.

Richard {amp} Florence Atwater, Mr. Popper's Penguins

: to attract by being graceful, beautiful, or welcoming

I was charmed by the countryside.

: to protect by or as if by a charm

She leads a charmed life.

单词	charms
释义	charm 1 of 2 noun ˈchärm 1 a : the chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation b : a practice or expression believed to have magic power 2 : something worn about the person to ward off evil or ensure good fortune : amulet wore a rabbit's foot as a good-luck charm 3 a : a trait that fascinates, allures, or delights the charm of this imaginative story b : a physical grace (see grace entry 1 sense 3) or attraction —used in plural her feminine charms c : compelling attractiveness the island possessed great charm 4 : a small ornament worn on a bracelet or chain Her sister presented her with a sterling silver charm for her bracelet. 5 : a fundamental quark that has an electric charge of +²/₃ and a measured energy of approximately 1.5 GeV also : the flavor characterizing this particle charmless ˈchärm-ləs adjective charm 2 of 2 verb charmed; charming; charms transitive verb 1 a : to affect by or as if by magic : compel b : to please, soothe, or delight by compelling attraction charms customers with his suave manner 2 : to endow with or as if with supernatural powers by means of charms also : to protect by or as if by spells, charms, or supernatural influences 3 : to control (an animal) typically by charms (such as the playing of music) charm a snake intransitive verb 1 : to practice magic and enchantment witches having the power to charm 2 : to have the effect of a charm : fascinate The village charms by its quaintness. charmer ˈchär-mər noun Synonyms Noun amulet fetish fetich mascot mojo periapt phylactery talisman Verb allure beguile bewitch captivate enchant fascinate kill magnetize wile witch [archaic] See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun He keeps a horseshoe as a good luck charm. He fell under the spell of her charms. The resort has many charms. The inn has a quaint charm. The island possesses great charm. The new curtains add charm to the room. The seaside location is a big part of the house's charm. He won her over with his charm. Verb The snake was charmed by the music. He was known for his ability to charm voters. He charmed the committee into approving his proposal. I was charmed by the cozy country inn. See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun Third time's a charm for Guy, who — as promised — was back with Rage Against the Machine in Raleigh, North Carolina on July 31. Emma Becker, Peoplemag, 2 Aug. 2022 Then Trump named Wolf as his acting secretary, and found the fourth time was a charm. Carol D. Leonnig And Maria Sacchetti, Anchorage Daily News, 29 July 2022 Then Trump named Wolf as his acting secretary, and found the fourth time was a charm. Maria Sacchetti, Washington Post, 29 July 2022 Then Trump named Wolf as his acting secretary, and found the fourth time was a charm. Carol D. Leonnig, BostonGlobe.com, 28 July 2022 Speculation over whether Krasinksi will revisit his brief stint as Mr. Fantastic has grown since it was announced during San Diego Comic-Con that a new Fantastic Four film is in the works (third time's a charm?), slated for release on Nov. 8, 2024. Justine Browning, EW.com, 27 July 2022 There is a real charm in how this family interacts with the VIP guests and influencers who attend the Grupo Firme shows. Eric Fuller, Forbes, 6 June 2022 And senior pitcher Isabela Valdez proved to be a lucky charm for the Crusaders. Terry Monahan, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 May 2022 Throughout an afternoon hour at a Midtown hotel, Jackman came across as a curious performer who leads with the affirmative; his is a disarming charm sculpted out of consideration and confidence. New York Times, 24 May 2022 Verb As a result, the game constantly slams its foot on the brakes every time its graphics begin to charm with upgraded environs and incredibly realistic lighting effects. Sam Machkovech, Ars Technica, 31 Aug. 2022 The premise may sound corny, but there’s an atmosphere of genuine enthusiasm and kindness that will charm even the most cynical of listeners. Emma Dibdin, BostonGlobe.com, 3 July 2022 The premise may sound corny, but there’s an atmosphere of genuine enthusiasm and kindness here that will charm even the most cynical of listeners. New York Times, 28 June 2022 Mark Tritton was supposed to be the savior for Bed Bath & Beyond — a hotshot executive from Target who knew how to charm customers with in-house brands and train stores on handling online and in-person orders. BostonGlobe.com, 30 June 2022 Outlander star Sam Heughan just seems to charm all the celebrity ladies as of late. Adrianna Freedman, Good Housekeeping, 5 Aug. 2022 For example, there are Larry Rivers’s fond memories of seducing a friend’s teenage daughter—which do not charm Ada, who grew up with creepy men following her home in Manhattan. Scott Bradfield, The New Republic, 21 July 2022 Indie pop bands typically approach festival sets as a way to charm new listeners. Althea Legaspi, Rolling Stone, 30 July 2022 It’s where stars charm the crowd of about 6,500 lucky people. Borys Kit, The Hollywood Reporter, 23 July 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun Middle English charme "verse used in incantation, magic spell, the power of such a spell, magic," borrowed from Anglo-French, "magic spell" (also continental Old French), going back to Latin carmin-, carmen "ritual utterance, magical chant, spell, song, poem," dissimilated from can-men-, from canere* "to sing, chant" + -men, resultative noun suffix — more at chant entry 1 Note: P. Fouché regards charme as a learned word rather than a direct continuation of carmine (Phonétique historique du français,* vol. 3 [Paris, 1966], p. 828). Verb Middle English charmen "to recite or cast a magic spell, cast a spell on," borrowed from Anglo-French charmer, derivative of charme "magic spell, charm entry 1" First Known Use Noun 13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Verb 14th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a Phrases Containing charm the third time is the charm work like a charm the third time is the charm work like a charm Kids Definition charm 1 of 2 noun ˈchärm 1 : an action, word, or phrase believed to have magic powers 2 : something believed to keep away evil and bring good luck 3 : a small decorative object worn on a chain or bracelet 4 : a quality that attracts and pleases charm 2 of 2 verb charmed; charming 1 : to affect or influence by or as if by a magic spell He charmed the group into supporting him. 2 : fascinate sense 2, delight The penguins were all charmed by the sparkling lights and the confusion of the city below. Richard {amp} Florence Atwater, Mr. Popper's Penguins 3 : to attract by being graceful, beautiful, or welcoming I was charmed by the countryside. 4 : to protect by or as if by a charm She leads a charmed life. charms 1 of 2 noun plural of charm 1 as in amulets something worn or kept to bring good luck or keep away evil an old cap that I use as a charm for whenever I play softball Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance amulets talismans emblems symbols fetiches mascots phylacteries fetishes mojos periapts philters totems jujus tokens toadstones gris-gris mojoes grigri Antonyms & Near Antonyms spells curses hoodoos jinxes hexes 2 as in spells a spoken word or set of words believed to have magic power recited a charm to make the prince fall in love with her Synonyms & Similar Words spells enchantments incantations curses glamours invocations magics conjurations sorceries abracadabras amulets glamors bewitchments talismans hexes witcheries witchcrafts whammies cantrips jinxes voodoos fetiches fetishes wizardries necromancies bewitcheries mojos phylacteries voodooisms mojoes 3 as in pendants an ornament worn on a chain around the neck or wrist a dangling charm in the figure of a horse on her bracelet Synonyms & Similar Words pendants bangles pendents lockets lavalieres lavallieres teardrops charms 2 of 2 verb present tense third-person singular of charm 1 as in delights to attract or delight as if by magic a quaint seaside village that charms all who visit it Synonyms & Similar Words delights fascinates enchants wiles allures interests lures bewitches entices intrigues seduces magnetizes beguiles witches captivates tempts pleases kills draws disarms enraptures entrances woos pulls gratifies enthralls enthrals arrests invites courts beckons appeals (to) solicits Antonyms & Near Antonyms repels disgusts annoys offends bores revolts wearies tires displeases irks See More 2 as in possesses to cast a spell on in one version of the tale, it is a vengeful fairy who charms Sleeping Beauty so that she falls into a sleep for a hundred years Synonyms & Similar Words spells possesses curses bewitches enchants seduces hexes tempts lures voodoos strikes beguiles jinxes ensorcells attracts ensorcels mesmerizes overlooks spellbinds captivates fascinates entices Antonyms & Near Antonyms blesses
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charm

noun

verb

Synonyms

Example Sentences

Word History

Phrases Containing charm

Kids Definition

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