Meaning & Definition of word "Alluring"

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.