Definition of CHARISMATIC (original) (raw)
1
: having, exhibiting, or based on charisma or charism
2
: of, relating to, or constituting charisma or charism
1
: a member of a religious group or movement that stresses the seeking of direct divine inspiration and charisms (such as glossolalia or healing)
2
: a person who possesses special traits that attract, inspire, or fascinate other people : a person possessing charisma
One of those people like Teddy Roosevelt or Mick Jagger. He was just one of those great charismatics who turned heads and dominated a room.—
Dan Aykroyd
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Examples of charismatic in a Sentence
Adjective
He is a charismatic leader. the cult's charismatic leader had managed to persuade seemingly rational people to obey him blindly
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The Red Viper of Dorne only lasted a single season, introduced and eliminated in season 4, but Pedro Pascal's performance oozed charismatic charm. —Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025 Lavin was noted for her charismatic work in both drama and comedy, to say nothing of musicals. —Carmel Dagan, Variety, 30 Dec. 2024
Contemporary Black Pentecostals and charismatics are turning the page on their history of political apathy – whether through public endorsements, voter registration drives or as part of groups such as the Black Church PAC. —Dara Delgado, The Conversation, 3 Oct. 2024 These non-denominational charismatics are very focused on modern prophecy, the belief that there are modern prophets. —Dan Rodricks, Baltimore Sun, 23 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for charismatic 
Word History
Etymology
Adjective
charisma
First Known Use
Adjective
circa 1868, in the meaning defined at sense 2
Noun
1881, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Time Traveler
The first known use of charismatic was circa 1868
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“Charismatic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/charismatic. Accessed 14 Jan. 2025.
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Last Updated: 4 Jan 2025 - Updated example sentences
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