cha·ris·ma (k -r z m)n. pl. cha·ris·ma·ta (-m -t) 1. a. A rare personal quality attributed to leaders who arouse fervent popular devotion and enthusiasm. b. Personal magnetism or charm: a television news program famed for the charisma of its anchors. 2. Christianity An extraordinary power, such as the ability to perform miracles, granted by the Holy Spirit. [Greek kharisma, divine favor, from kharizesthai, to favor, from kharis, favor; see gher-2 in Indo-European roots.] |
charisma [kəˈrɪzmə], charism [ˈkærɪzəm]
n
1. a special personal quality or power of an individual making him capable of influencing or inspiring large numbers of people
2. a quality inherent in a thing which inspires great enthusiasm and devotion
3. (Christianity / Ecclesiastical Terms) Christianity a divinely bestowed power or talent
[from Church Latin, from Greek kharisma, from kharis grace, favour]
charismatic [ˌkærɪzˈmætɪk] adj
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| Noun | 1. |  charisma - a personal attractiveness or interestingness that enables you to influence othersattractiveness - sexual allure interestingness, interest - the power of attracting or holding one's attention (because it is unusual or exciting etc.); "they said nothing of great interest"; "primary colors can add interest to a room" |
charisma
noun charm, appeal, personality, attraction, lure, allure, magnetism, force of personality He does not have the charisma to inspire people.
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