charisma

[kəˈrɪzmə]

charisma Definition

compelling attractiveness or charm that can inspire devotion in others.

Using charisma: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "charisma" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The leader's charisma inspired the team to work harder.

  • Example

    She has a natural charisma that draws people to her.

  • Example

    The politician's charisma helped him win the election.

charisma Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with charisma

  • a Western man who is considered attractive and charismatic in Japan

    Example

    He became known as a charisma man among his Japanese colleagues.

  • the difference in charisma between two or more individuals, especially in a political context

    Example

    The candidate struggled to overcome the charisma gap with his opponent.

  • an advantage gained by a character in a role-playing game due to their high charisma score

    Example

    The player's charisma bonus allowed them to persuade the non-playable character to join their party.

Origins of charisma

from Greek 'kharisma', meaning 'gift of grace'

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Summary: charisma in Brief

The term 'charisma' [kəˈrɪzmə] refers to a compelling attractiveness or charm that inspires devotion in others. It is often used to describe the qualities of a leader or public figure, as in 'The leader's charisma inspired the team to work harder.' 'Charisma' extends into phrases like 'charisma man,' and 'charisma gap,' denoting the difference in charisma between individuals, and 'charisma bonus,' referring to an advantage gained in a role-playing game.

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