allure

[əˈljʊə(r)]

allure Definition

• 1. the quality of being attractive, interesting, or exciting
• 2. the power to attract or charm people

Using allure: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "allure" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The allure of the city drew her in.

• Example

  The allure of adventure called to him.

• Example

  The allure of fame and fortune can be tempting.

allure Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for allure

• attraction
• appeal
• charm
• fascination
• magnetism

Antonyms for allure

• repulsion
• disgust

Phrases with allure

• hold an allure

  be attractive or fascinating to someone

  Example

  The idea of traveling the world holds a great allure for many people.

• the allure of the unknown

  the attraction of something that is mysterious or unexplored

  Example

  The allure of the unknown is what drives many explorers and adventurers.

• resist the allure

  refrain from being attracted or tempted by something

  Example

  Despite the allure of the luxurious lifestyle, she chose to live a simple life.

Origins of allure

from Old French 'alurer', meaning 'to attract'

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Summary: allure in Brief

'Allure' [əˈljʊə(r)] refers to the quality of being attractive, interesting, or exciting. It can also mean the power to attract or charm people. Examples include 'The allure of the city drew her in.' and 'The allure of adventure called to him.' Phrases like 'hold an allure' and 'the allure of the unknown' use 'allure' to denote attraction or fascination. 'Resist the allure' implies refraining from being attracted or tempted by something.