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disarming

Disarming (adj) means charming in a way that removes suspicion or hostility. Example: “She greeted the reporters with a disarming honesty.”

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Charming in a way that removes suspicion or hostility.
"She greeted the reporters with a disarming honesty."

How to use disarming

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribes charm or honesty so likeable it makes people drop their guard.

Common pairings
disarming smile disarming honesty

Word forms

more disarming comparative, most disarming superlative

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What does “disarming” mean?

The word “disarming” means charming in a way that removes suspicion or hostility. In plain terms, describes charm or honesty so likeable it makes people drop their guard.

How do you use “disarming” in a sentence?

Here is “disarming” used in a sentence: “She greeted the reporters with a disarming honesty.”

What part of speech is “disarming”?

“Disarming” is an adjective.

What is the meaning of disarming?

"disarming" (adj) means charming in a way that removes suspicion or hostility.

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