Meaning & Definition of word "Alluring"

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    Alluring

    /əˈlʊərɪŋ/

    adjective:

    • 1. Powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating; seductive.
      • Example: The alluring beauty of the sunset captivated everyone at the beach.
    • 2. Tempting; enticing.
      • Example: The store displayed an alluring array of colorful dresses in the window.
    • 3. Charming or enchanting.
      • Example: Her alluring smile lit up the room and drew people to her.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from the verb alluren.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    alluring figure:

    An attractive or appealing appearance.

    alluring offer:

    A tempting or attractive proposal.

    Related Words

    entice:

    To attract or tempt by offering pleasure or advantage.

    seductive:

    Tending to entice into a desired action.

    Slang Meanings of alluring

    Meaning: Eye-catching

    Example Sentence: Her dress was really eye-catching at the party.

    Meaning: Drop-dead gorgeous

    Example Sentence: That model is drop-dead gorgeous.