Definition

Not pleasant or attractive; lacking in charm or appeal.

Example

The charmless hotel left us feeling disappointed and unwelcomed.

Comparatives & Superlatives

Conversation

Have you seen that new restaurant downtown?

Yeah, I went there last week, and honestly, it felt quite charmless.

Really? I heard their food was good, but the atmosphere was lacking?

Exactly, it just didn’t have any charm to make me want to return.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Charmless → It is formed from "charm" (from Old French *charme*, meaning a magical quality or appeal) and "-less" (meaning without). The word "charmless" means lacking charm or appeal.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who is 'without' ('-less') any 'magical quality' ('charm') — that's why charmless means lacking charm.

Visually Confused Words