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disarming

American  
[dis-ahr-ming] / dɪsˈɑr mɪŋ /

adjective

  1. removing or capable of removing hostility, suspicion, etc., as by being charming.

    a disarming smile.
    Synonyms:
    winsome, engaging, winning
disarming British  
/ dɪsˈɑːmɪŋ /

adjective

  1. tending to neutralize or counteract hostility, suspicion, etc

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

Other Word Forms

  • disarmingly adverb

Etymology

Origin of disarming

First recorded in 1540–50; disarm + -ing 2

Example Sentences

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Gosling is typically terrific, but “Project Hail Mary” is practically tailor-made for his brand of disarming allure.

From Salon • Mar. 21, 2026

Having spent years listening to Cubans repeat anodyne revolutionary slogans when asked for their opinions on camera, it's disarming to hear such frank views expressed with no outward fear of the repercussions.

From BBC • Feb. 27, 2026

The Lebanese military says it is effectively disarming Hezbollah on its own.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 10, 2026

The group has sought to present itself as a responsible security partner and has regularly published Telegram posts about everything from assisting local residents to disarming militants.

From Barron's • Jan. 9, 2026

He wore old-fashioned spectacles that made him look earnest and completely belied his easygoing charm and juvenile but totally disarming sense of humor.

From "The God of Small Things" by Arundhati Roy

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