allure

Meaning

to attract or tempt someone with something desirable; to entice

To attract or tempt someone with charm or appeal.

Example Sentences

The beautiful garden allured visitors from far away.

The city allures tourists with its vibrant nightlife.

Example Expressions

the allure of

Synonyms

attract, entice, tempt, charm, fascinate, captivate

Entry 1

attract, entice, tempt, charm

Entry 2

attract, entice, charm, fascinate, captivate

Antonyms

repel, deter, discourage, disgust

Entry 1

repel, deter, discourage, disgust

Entry 2

repel, disgust, deter

Collocations

natural allure, allure customers, allure of fame, allure visitors, mysterious allure, allure of power, allure of beauty, allure tourists

Entry 1

natural allure, allure customers, allure of fame, allure visitors, mysterious allure

Entry 2

allure of power, natural allure, allure of beauty, allure tourists