Attractiveness

/əˈtræktɪv.nəs/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The quality of being attractive or appealing in appearance or character.
Her attractiveness was not just in her looks, but also in her charming personality.
The degree to which someone or something is appealing or desirable.
The attractiveness of the job offer made it hard for him to refuse.
A feature of a person, object, or experience that draws interest or admiration.
The city's historical architecture adds to its overall attractiveness for tourists.
The ability to attract or draw someone in.
The attractiveness of their marketing strategy resulted in increased sales.

Etymology

Derived from the verb 'attract', combined with the suffix '-ness' to denote a state or quality.

Common Phrases and Expressions

beauty is in the eye of the beholder
Attractiveness is subjective and varies from person to person.
charm offensive
An attempt to win someone over with charm, often in a manipulative way.
eye candy
Someone who is very attractive but whose substance may not match their appearance.

Related Words

attractive
Having the quality of attracting; appealing.
appeal
The quality of being attractive or interesting.
charm
The power or quality of pleasing or delighting.

Slang Meanings

Hot
That new guy is so hot; his attractiveness is off the charts.
Smoke show
She walked in and it was a total smoke show; her attractiveness turned heads.