charmed
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /tʃɑrmd/
KK: /tʃɑrmd/
adjective
Definition
Having a magical quality that attracts or delights; feeling delighted or pleased.
Example
She felt charmed by the beautiful scenery and friendly locals during her vacation.
Conversation
I just came back from that new café in town, and I was really charmed by the atmosphere.
Oh really? I've heard great things about it!
Yeah, the decorations were so cozy and inviting, I felt right at home.
That sounds lovely! I definitely need to check it out this weekend.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
enchanting
captivated
delighted
Antonyms
disenchanted
unimpressed
unlucky
verb
Definition
To have delighted or fascinated someone, often in a magical or enchanting way.
Example
She charmed everyone at the party with her singing.
Tense Forms
Past: charmed
Past Participle: charmed
Conversation
Did you see how she charmed everyone at the party last night?
I know, right? Her energy was contagious!
I was really impressed by how she charmed the shy guests too.
Root Explanation
Charmed → It is formed from "charm" (from Old French *charme*, meaning a magical spell or incantation) and the suffix "-ed" (indicating a state or condition). The word "charmed" means being under the influence of a magical spell or feeling enchanted.
Memory Tip
Think of being under a 'magical spell' ('charm') and how the '-ed' shows a state of being. This helps you remember that 'charmed' means feeling enchanted or influenced by magic.
Visually Confused Words
uncharmed
chasmed
armed
unharmed