duende

noun du·en·de \dü-ˈen-(ˌ)dā\

Definition of DUENDE

: the power to attract through personal magnetism and charm

Spanish dialect, charm, from Spanish, ghost, goblin, probably from duen de casa, from dueño de casa owner of a house

First Known Use: 1964

Synonyms: allure, animal magnetism, appeal, attractiveness, captivation, charisma, charm, enchantment, fascination, force field, glamour (also glamor), magic, magnetism, oomph, pizzazz (or pizazz), seductiveness, witchery

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