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Synonyms for charismatic


Grammar : Adj
Spell : kar-iz-mat-ik
Phonetic Transcription : ˌkær ɪzˈmæt ɪk



Définition of charismatic

Origin :
  • 1851, in Bible commentary and theology, in reference to the operation of the Holy Spirit and prophetic ecstasy in the early Church (from the use of Greek kharismata in Rom. xii), from Latin stem of charisma + -ic. As a movement in modern Christian churches which believes in divine gifts of healing, etc., attested by 1936, reflecting the older sense of charisma.
  • adj charming
Example sentences :
  • Paul had in Corinth, contemporaneously with his description of the charismatic state of the church there, to denounce sad abuses.
  • Extract from : « Supernatural Religion, Vol. III. (of III) » by Walter Richard Cassels
  • I refer particularly to the charismatic organization and government of the church.
  • Extract from : « The Last Reformation » by F. G. [Frederick George] Smith

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