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as in cheerful
having or showing a good mood or disposition
she was a bright, winsome gamine who could draw a smile out of anyone
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as in charming
likely or intended to win one's affection
in her new role, the actress again displays the winsome charm that has made her an audience favorite
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as in adorable
having qualities that tend to make one loved
an actress who specialized in playing winsome ingenues in romantic comedies
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Recent Examples of winsome
The rest of the picture is largely winsome and inoffensive.
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The New York Times, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Much of their set was made up of winsome, unpretentious alt-country songs about old memories and strong feelings.
—Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rolling Stone, 12 Mar. 2025
But with a few small tweaks, From Bureaucrat to Villainess turns familiar cliche into winsome comedy.
—Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2025
Named Lija, the wary but winsome mutt — in fact played by the filmmaker’s own pet — is snappish and defensive when her wounds are first treated, only to slowly relent and relax in the face of genuine tenderness.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 6 Feb. 2025
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The New York Times, New York Times, 28 Mar. 2025
Much of their set was made up of winsome, unpretentious alt-country songs about old memories and strong feelings.
—Stephen Thomas Erlewine, Rolling Stone, 12 Mar. 2025
But with a few small tweaks, From Bureaucrat to Villainess turns familiar cliche into winsome comedy.
—Kambole Campbell, Vulture, 7 Mar. 2025
Named Lija, the wary but winsome mutt — in fact played by the filmmaker’s own pet — is snappish and defensive when her wounds are first treated, only to slowly relent and relax in the face of genuine tenderness.
—Guy Lodge, Variety, 6 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for winsome
Adjective
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In the video was a group of dogs, and a professional dog walker managing the calm and cheerful pack, sitting beautifully for the camera.—
Alice Gibbs,
MSNBC Newsweek,
24 May 2025
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Related Stories 13 Under-The-Radar Activities And Experiences In Key West The 11 Best Key West Restaurants On The Water Rooms And Rates The rooms are bright, cheerful, and simple, with colorful coastal touches in artwork and decorative items like pillows.—
Lisa Cericola,
Southern Living,
24 May 2025
Adjective
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Leave behind the city for mountains, refreshing lakes, and charming small towns.—
Lydia Mansel,
Southern Living,
31 May 2025
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The epilogue takes the form of an obituary for the magazine’s late founder, but also acts as Anderson’s charming ode to the golden age of longform journalism.—
Shannon Carlin,
Time,
30 May 2025
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That means a revisit for old fans who grew up with Stitch's shenanigans alongside his young Hawaiian bestie Lilo and a fresh bunch of little movie lovers discovering the adorable pals for the first time.—
Brian Truitt,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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On Thursday, May 22, Hailey, 28, shared an adorable photo on her Instagram Stories to celebrate the infant turning 9 months old.—
Becca Longmire,
People.com,
23 May 2025
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But when done right, the whole room can seem brighter and more spacious.—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
21 May 2025
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While cruises claimed over half of Greenland’s total tourism numbers in 2023, the future looks bright for air travel.—
Katherine Alex Beaven,
Smithsonian Magazine,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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And that, dear reader, is where the danger list comes in.—
Davey Winder,
Forbes.com,
24 May 2025
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Many things in my past--circumstances, relationships, events, situations, obligations, wrong actions and disappointments--have come into my life in my 92 years of earth living, 74 of them knowing our dear Savior.—
H.D. McCarty,
Arkansas Online,
23 May 2025
Adjective
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Yet Hudson remains optimistic that some new fund managers will have longevity.—
Bloomberg,
Mercury News,
22 May 2025
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Knowledge of controversy aside, Davis remains optimistic about the new series coming from HBO.—
EW.com,
EW.com,
22 May 2025
Adjective
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The classic Bronx is a full pour of gin, and about half that much of sweet vermouth, dry vermouth, and orange juice.—
Jeremy Repanich,
Robb Report,
31 May 2025
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Satisfy savory or sweet cravings with avocado toast or pastries, and grab a Reuben panini for the road.—
Zoe Baillargeon,
Travel + Leisure,
31 May 2025
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That's why the new savings account for children included in the One, Big, Beautiful Bill , with a one-time deposit of $1,000 from the federal government, is truly beautiful to the investment community.—
Medora Lee,
USA Today,
23 May 2025
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The way silver foliage reflects light is not only beautiful but also reduces evaporation and water loss, making the plants more drought-tolerant.—
Mike Irvine,
Better Homes & Gardens,
22 May 2025
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“Winsome.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/winsome. Accessed 4 Jun. 2025.
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