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August 21, 2026

charismatic

/ˌkæɹɪzˈmætɪk/adjective

Having a strong, attractive personality that makes people like, admire, or follow you.

Example sentences

  • “The charismatic teacher made every student want to learn.”
  • “Voters were drawn to the young, charismatic candidate.”
  • “The charismatic coach could inspire the whole team with one speech.”

Often describes leaders and performers: a charismatic leader. The noun is 'charisma'.

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