disarming

The definition of disarming is getting rid of hostility or suspicion, usually through using charm.

(adjective)

If a scary looking person gives a little smile that makes you no longer intimidated by him, this is an example of a disarming smile.

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See disarming in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. removing or allaying suspicions, fears, or hostility
  2. making friendly or agreeable; ingratiating

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See disarming in American Heritage Dictionary 4

adjective
Tending to allay suspicion or hostility; winning favor or confidence: a disarming smile.

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  • dis·armˈing·ly adverb

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