char·is·mat·ic | \ ˌker-əz-ˈma-tik , ˌka-rəz- \
1 : having, exhibiting, or based on charisma or charism charismatic sects a charismatic leader
2 : of, relating to, or constituting charisma or charism charismatic gifts
1 : a member of a religious group or movement that stresses the seeking of direct divine inspiration and charisms (such as glossolalia or healing)
2 : a person who possesses special traits that attract, inspire, or fascinate other people : a person possessing charisma One of those people like Teddy Roosevelt or Mick Jagger. He was just one of those great charismatics who turned heads and dominated a room. Dan Aykroyd
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Adjective
circa 1868, in the meaning defined at sense 2
Noun
1881, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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Charismatic. Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/charismatic. Accessed 12 Nov. 2021.
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