allure
to attract or tempt by something flattering or desirable.
to fascinate; charm.
to be attractive or tempting.
fascination; charm; appeal.
Origin of allure
1Other words for allure
Other words from allure
- al·lur·er, noun
- un·al·lured, adjective
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How to use allure in a sentence
If we can keep our republic, it will require dampening the allure of conspiracy theories, particularly about the fraudulence of elections.
Why America Is Ripe for Election Conspiracy Theorizing - Facts So Romantic | Brian Gallagher | November 17, 2020 | NautilusTheir romance builds naturally and capitalizes on the physical allure they felt all along.
‘Written in the Stars’ is a ‘Pride and Prejudice’ reboot that’s charming, effervescent and entirely itself | Ellen Morton | November 10, 2020 | Washington PostGravel grinders, as one of the sport’s fastest growing segments, feed off aspirations of freedom and the allure of adventure, and they appeal to experts and newbies alike.
The Specialized Diverge Is a Gravel Bike for All | Andy Cochrane | November 8, 2020 | Outside OnlineMore emphasis on space—space to spread out, to be outside, and to work from home—as well as the return of suburban allure.
September brings sales slowdown for certain home types | Marc Ross | October 16, 2020 | Washington BladeWhat makes this episode interesting is that it’s where that allure begins to wear off.
Her father, allured by his wealth, was very anxious that his daughter should accept the offer.
Madame Roland, Makers of History | John S. C. AbbottBut Lady Hartledon, though thus sweetly allured to confession, held her tongue.
Elster's Folly | Mrs. Henry WoodBut by the pleasure led,Of that sweet likeness, that allured me so,A long and heavy servitude to bear.
The Poems of Giacomo Leopardi | Giacomo LeopardiAll the nations around willingly united themselves to him, allured by his discourses and promises.
The tyrants allured them to dishonor by threats and rewards.
British Dictionary definitions for allure
/ (əˈljʊə, əˈlʊə) /
(tr) to entice or tempt (someone) to a person or place or to a course of action; attract
attractiveness; appeal: the cottage's allure was its isolation
Origin of allure
1Derived forms of allure
- allurement, noun
- allurer, noun
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