- of, having, or characteristic of charisma: His military successes go hand in hand with his charismatic leadership.
- (of a species, especially an endangered one) prone to popular appeal and widespread attention: The giant panda and humpback whale are among the charismatic megafauna that attract donors who contribute to environmental causes.
- relating to, characterizing, or noting Christians of various denominations who seek an ecstatic religious experience, sometimes including speaking in tongues and instantaneous healing.
- a Christian who seeks an ecstatic religious experience: For most charismatics, theology is inseparable from the Bible.
