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Synonyms & Similar Words
captivating
charming
enticing
attractive
appealing
seductive
tempting
inviting
intriguing
fascinating
bewitching
enchanting
mesmerizing
spellbinding
hypnotic
charismatic
persuasive
compelling
irresistible
lovely
gorgeous
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elegant
refined
sophisticated
glamorous
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ravishing
heavenly
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exquisite
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agreeable
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affable
genial
cordial
warm
friendly
approachable
Meaning of Alluring
The primary meaning of "alluring" is extremely attractive or enticing.
Definitions
- Extremely attractive or tempting
- * Having a strong appeal to the senses or emotions
Etymology of Alluring
The word "alluring" comes from the Old French word "alurer", which means to lure or entice
It has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is attractive or enticing
Example Uses
- The alluring smell of freshly baked cookies wafted through the air
- * The city's alluring nightlife was a major draw for tourists
- * The actress's alluring performance on stage earned her a standing ovation
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
unattractive
repulsive
repellant
uninviting
unpleasant
disagreeable
unappealing
off-putting
distasteful
disgusting
vile
foul
nasty
horrid
dreadful
awful
terrible
ghastly
gruesome
hideous
ugly
unlovely
unsightly
plain
dull
boring
mundane
ordinary
uninteresting
uninspiring
unexciting