Charisma Definition

kə-rĭzmə
charismata
noun
A divinely inspired gift, grace, or talent, as for prophesying, healing, etc.
Webster's New World
A special quality of leadership that captures the popular imagination and inspires allegiance and devotion.
Webster's New World
A special charm or allure that inspires fascination or devotion.
The film star's charisma.
Webster's New World
An extraordinary power, such as the ability to perform miracles, granted by the Holy Spirit.
American Heritage
The ability to influence without the use of logic.
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Other Word Forms of Charisma

Noun

Singular:
charisma
Plural:
charismas

Origin of Charisma

  • From Ancient Greek χάρισμα (khárisma, “grace, favour, gift”), from χαρίζομαι (kharízomai, “I show favor”), from χάρις (kháris, “grace”), from χαίρω (khaírō, “I am happy”).

    From Wiktionary

  • Greek kharisma divine favor from kharizesthai to favor from kharis favor gher-2 in Indo-European roots

    From American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language, 5th Edition

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