Meaning & use

winsome

adjective·Advanced

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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