Meaning & use
winsome
Attractive or appealing in a simple, innocent, or charming way.
See it in a sentence
The toddler gave a winsome smile that melted the hearts of everyone in the waiting room.
Her winsome personality made her an instant favorite among the new coworkers.
A note on using this word
Winsome usually describes a gentle, wholesome charm rather than glamour or seductiveness.
Words with a similar meaning
charmingengaging
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Words with an opposite meaning
off-putting
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