charismatic

CEFRC1

/ˌkæɹɪzˈmætɪk/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Having a strong personal quality that attracts and influences people.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    A member of the Charismatic Movement.

Examples

  • He's so cool that we all think he's charismatic.

  • She has finally been regarded by the nation as the most charismatic actress.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
4
Parts of speech
1
Citations
1

Deep Dive

adjective

Extra meanings

  1. Of, related to, or having charisma: having a form of compelling charm which inspires devotion in others due to their strength of character and being full of personality; charming, fascinating, magnetic.

  2. Of, related to, or being a member of a form of Christianity that emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit.

More examples

In context

  • At a time when mainline denominations are engaged in massive closures of small rural churches, independent charismatics are strategically helping to rechurch rural Canada.

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Origin

adjective

From Ancient Greek χάρισμα (khárisma, “grace, favour, gift”) + -ic.