Meaning & use

charisma

noun·Academic

A compelling personal charm or magnetism that inspires enthusiasm and devotion in others.

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The candidate's natural charisma won over voters who disagreed with parts of his platform.

Even without much stage experience, she captivated the audience through sheer charisma.

A note on using this word

Charisma describes an innate personal quality, distinct from skills that can be learned, like public speaking technique.

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