charism
- noun
- /ˈkɛrɪzəm/
- The speaker had a remarkable charism that made the audience feel engaged and inspired.
There was something about that, that charism of poverty that he thought was attractive.
- There was something about that, that charism of poverty that he thought was attractive.
Examples
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There was something about that, that charism of poverty that he thought was attractive.
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So we, we don't know, you know, if he actually was, you know, apparently he had a charism for for giving advice to people that really fit their their station well.
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Actually, however, only those who have a function for the service of others have a charism.
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However, in spite of some limitations and softness, the opposition between charism and office remained deep in these scholars.
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Charisms were services granted to every believer, but no one could claim permanent possession since charismas were regarded as actions of the Spirit.
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Her natural charism drew people to her, inspiring them to join her cause.
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Many leaders possess a unique charism that helps them gather loyal followers.
Synonyms
A pleasant quality that makes people like a person or place
A quality that makes something attractive to many people
A strong charm that makes people like and trust someone
A strong charm that attracts people like beauty or mystery
A quality that makes a person or thing seem mysterious and attractive
A natural charm that makes other people like and notice someone
A natural charm that makes people like someone
A friendly, attractive way of behaving that makes people like you
A strong attractive quality that makes people like and follow someone
A quality that makes people want something so much they cannot say no
A charming, innocent quality that makes someone seem friendly
Antonyms
How Charismatic
Surface Forms
Etymology
Charism comes from the Greek root charis, which means 'grace' or a 'gift'. Think of charisma — someone with charism has a natural 'gift' that makes others admire and follow them, so they inspire loyalty.