charming

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: B1 — Intermediate

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. verb attract; cause to be enamored
  2. verb control by magic spells, as by practicing witchcraft
  3. verb protect through supernatural powers or charms

Etymology

From Middle English charmynge; equivalent to charm + -ing.

Synonyms

capture, enamour, trance, catch, becharm, enamor, captivate, beguile, charm, fascinate, bewitch, entrance, enchant

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