Allure: meaning, definitions and examples
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allure
[ ษหljสษ(r) ]
mysterious attraction
The power to attract or charm; the quality of being fascinating or attractive.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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allure |
This term conveys a sense of mystery and irresistible attraction, often used to describe something or someone that is powerfully and magically appealing.
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charm |
Charm implies a delightful or captivating quality that fascinates and pleases. It often carries a warm, endearing connotation.
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attraction |
This word is commonly used to describe a quality or feature that draws interest or admiration, often in a more neutral context.
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appeal |
Appeal is used to describe a quality that makes something attractive or interesting, often in a more general and neutral sense.
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Examples of usage
- The allure of the unknown was too tempting to resist.
- She possessed an undeniable allure that captivated everyone around her.
tempting
To tempt or entice someone with something desirable.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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allure |
This word is best used when describing something that has a mysterious, almost magical charm that captivates people. It's often associated with beauty, elegance, or a sense of enigma.
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tempt |
This word is best used when describing a strong appeal or desire, especially one that could lead someone into wrongdoing or indulgence. It frequently has a negative connotation.
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entice |
Entice is often used when you want to describe something that is tempting or appealing, typically by offering something pleasurable or rewarding. It can have a slightly manipulative undertone.
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attract |
This word is neutral and general. It's suitable for describing something that draws people or things toward it, either literally or figuratively.
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Examples of usage
- The luxurious scent of the perfume allured him into the store.
- The promise of adventure allured her to explore the unknown.
Translations
Translations of the word "allure" in other languages:
๐ต๐น fascรญnio
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคเคฐเฅเคทเคฃ
๐ฉ๐ช Reiz
๐ฎ๐ฉ daya tarik
๐บ๐ฆ ะฟัะธะฒะฐะฑะปะธะฒัััั
๐ต๐ฑ urok
๐ฏ๐ต ้ญ ๅ
๐ซ๐ท charme
๐ช๐ธ atractivo
๐น๐ท cazibe
๐ฐ๐ท ๋งค๋ ฅ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฌุงุฐุจูุฉ
๐จ๐ฟ pลฏvab
๐ธ๐ฐ pรดvab
๐จ๐ณ ้ญ ๅ
๐ธ๐ฎ privlaฤnost
๐ฎ๐ธ aรฐdrรกttarafl
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐัััะผะดัะปัา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแแแฃแแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ cazibษ
๐ฒ๐ฝ atractivo
Etymology
The word 'allure' originated from the Old French word 'alurer' meaning 'to attract or captivate'. It has been used in English since the late 14th century to describe the captivating and tempting qualities of something or someone. Over time, 'allure' has become associated with the mysterious and irresistible charm that draws people in.
See also: allurement, alluring, alluringly.
Word Frequency Rank
Positioned at #20,875, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.
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