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    Attrait (en. Attraction)

    /a.tʁɛ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Attractive or charming character of a person or a thing.
    The appeal of this city lies in its cultural richness.
    L'attrait de cette ville réside dans sa richesse culturelle.
    Attraction or interest generated by something.
    The appeal for travel increases each year.
    L'attrait pour le voyage augmente chaque année.
    Force of attraction exerted by an object.
    The gravitational appeal of the Earth is very strong.
    L'attrait gravitique de la Terre est très fort.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'attirer' derived from the Latin 'tractus', meaning 'to pull' or 'to attract'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have appeal
    to be attractive or interesting.
    avoir de l'attrait
    the appeal of risk
    the appeal that a risky situation can represent.
    l'attrait du risque
    to attract appeal
    to captivate someone's attention.
    attirer l'attrait

    Related Words

    to attract
    To draw someone to oneself through charm or force.
    attirer
    attraction
    Force of attraction that draws objects to each other.
    attraction
    seduction
    Action of seducing, often through charm or appeal.
    séduction

    Slang Meanings

    To have good charm or good looks.
    She really has appeal, all eyes are on her.
    Elle a vraiment de l'attrait, tous les yeux sont tournés vers elle.
    To be hooked on something attractive.
    This new movie has crazy appeal, I can't resist.
    Ce nouveau film a un attrait de folie, je ne peux pas résister.