English Explanatory Dictionary

charismatic

English dictionary entry

Meanings

adj
  1. Of, related to, or having charisma: having a form of compelling charm which inspires devotion in others due to their strength of character and being full of personality; charming, fascinating, magnetic.
  2. Of, related to, or being a member of a form of Christianity that emphasizes the role of the Holy Spirit.
noun
  1. A member of the Charismatic Movement.
noun
  1. A member of the Charismatic Movement.

Pronunciation

/ˌkæɹɪzˈmætɪk/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-charismatic.wav /ˌkɛɹəzˈmætək/

Word forms

charismatic more charismatic most charismatic charismatics

Etymology

From Ancient Greek χάρισμα (khárisma, “grace, favour, gift”) + -ic.

Derived words

charismatically charismatic megafauna neo-charismatic noncharismatic uncharismatic
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