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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    appeal attraction charm glamour magnetism draw pull fascination captivation enticement temptation seduction enthrallment enchantment spell lure beckon invitation inducement solicitation persuasion influence sway impact effect impression aura ambiance atmosphere mystique sophistication elegance refinement culture poise grace beauty loveliness attractiveness desirability provocativeness sensuality eroticism sexiness alluringness enticingness tantalization teasing coquetry flirtation coyness bashfulness shyness modesty humility demureness unassumiveness reserve restraint subtlety delicacy nuance suggestiveness implication intimation hint insinuation innuendo

    Meaning of Allure

    The primary meaning of the word "allure" is to attract or entice someone or something by being charming, appealing, or seductive.

    Definitions

    • The quality of being attractive or appealing, especially in a subtle or mysterious way
    • * A charm or attraction that is hard to resist
    • * To attract or tempt someone or something, often in a subtle or indirect way

    Etymology of Allure

    The word "allure" comes from the Old French word "alurer", which means "to lure" or "to entice"
    It is derived from the Latin word "allicere", which means "to lure" or "to attract"
    The word has been used in English since the 14th century to describe the quality of being attractive or appealing

    Example Uses

    • The city's allure was undeniable, with its stunning architecture and vibrant nightlife
    • * The new restaurant's allure was its unique menu and cozy atmosphere
    • * The model's allure was her confidence and charisma on the runway

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    repulsion repulsiveness ugliness unattractiveness unsightliness uninvitingness unpleasantness offensiveness distastefulness disagreeableness aversion disgust revulsion repugnance abhorrence detestation hatred loathing abomination odiousness offensiveness coarseness crudeness vulgarity tastelessness tackiness gaudiness flashiness garishness brashness loudness boorishness crudity

    Related Nouns

    attraction charm magnetism draw pull fascination captivation enthrallment enchantment spell lure beckon invitation inducement persuasion influence sway impact effect impression aura ambiance atmosphere mystique sophistication elegance refinement culture poise grace beauty loveliness attractiveness desirability

    Related Verbs

    attract entice tempt lure beckon invite induce persuade influence sway impact effect impress enchant captivate enthrall fascinate mesmerize hypnotize beguile deceive seduce charm magnetize pull draw

    Related Adjectives

    attractive appealing charming glamorous magnetic alluring enticing tempting seductive erotic sensual sexy beautiful lovely desirable provocative tantalizing teasing coy bashful shy modest humble demure unassuming reserved restrained subtle delicate nuanced suggestive implicit intimated hinted insinuated innuendoed