English vocabulary · B2
Alluring
/əˈlʊr.ɪŋ/ · adj.
It means very attractive and hard to resist. It draws you in and makes you want more.
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Example sentences
- The city lights were alluring at night.
- Her voice was alluring — soft and warm.
Word origin and roots
from Old French
- al — to (from Old French)
- lure — bait (from Old French)
Synonyms and nuances
- TEMPTING — hard to say no to (Offers something you want)
- CHARMING — pleasant and likeable (Warm and pleasing)
- CATCHY — easy to remember (Stays in your mind)
Similar words
- tempting
- charming
- captivating
Lesson notes
Alluring. It means very attractive and hard to resist. It draws you in and makes you want more.
Similar words are tempting, charming, and catchy. Use alluring when something pulls you in strongly.
The city lights were alluring at night. Her voice was alluring — soft and warm.
Al- means to. Lure- means bait. Something that baits you toward it — that is alluring.