attractive

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attractive

  • /əˈtɹæktɪv/

Rhymes with -æktɪv

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From Middle French attractif, from Late Latin attractīvus, equivalent to attract + -ive.

adjective more attractive · most attractive

  1. Causing attraction; having the quality of attracting by inherent force.
  2. Having the power of charming or alluring by agreeable qualities; enticing. That's a very attractive offer.
  3. Pleasing or appealing to the senses, especially of a potential romantic partner. He is an attractive fellow with a trim figure.

Similar: alluring, appealing, appetizing, attracting, attractive, catchy, bewitching, captivating, charming, coying, desirable, enchanting

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