mojo
9 synonyms for mojo, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A quality of personal charm, confidence, or magnetism that makes someone successful or attractive.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use mojo
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
lose your mojo
get your mojo back
working his mojo
Etymology
Likely of West African or Creole origin, related to words for "witchcraft" or "medicine man" in Gullah and Fula.
Full origin of mojo →Frequently asked questions
What does “mojo” mean?
The word “mojo” means a quality of personal charm, confidence, or magnetism that makes someone successful or attractive. In plain terms, an inner confidence, charm, or "magic touch" that makes someone feel unstoppable — losing it or getting it back is the common modern usage.
How do you pronounce “mojo”?
“Mojo” is pronounced MOHD-zhoh (/ˈmoʊd͡ʒoʊ/ in IPA).
How do you use “mojo” in a sentence?
Here is “mojo” used in a sentence: “After the injury, it took him months to get his mojo back.”
What part of speech is “mojo”?
“Mojo” is a noun.
Is “mojo” a common word?
“Mojo” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “mojo” have?
“Mojo” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a quality of personal charm, confidence, or magnetism that makes someone successful or attractive.
