Charm Definition & Meaning

charm
noun
  1. attractiveness that interests or pleases or stimulates; "his smile was part of his appeal to her"
  2. a verbal formula believed to have magical force; "he whispered a spell as he moved his hands"; "inscribed around its base is a charm in Balinese"
  3. something believed to bring good luck
  4. (physics) one of the six flavors of quark
verb
  1. attract; cause to be enamored; "She captured all the men's hearts"
  2. control by magic spells, as by practicing witchcraft
  3. protect through supernatural powers or charms
  4. induce into action by using one's charm; "She charmed him into giving her all his money"

"Charm" in song lyrics

See how charm is used in real songs:

  • "Ghetto sitcom, people big long, luck charm"
    1.4.0. Productions f/ Cheesey Rat, Crunch Lo, Diverse — Revelations
  • "Time bomb, Napalm, Saddam is calm, Do load the Iron Palm grenade charm"
    9th Prince f/ Tekitha — Vandalism
  • "Vegas is back, but this time I ran and mastered my charm"
    Ali Vegas — Critics

Usage tips for "charm"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "charm" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for charm to find words that pair well.

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