attraction

[əˈtrækʃən]

attraction Definition

  • 1a quality or feature of something or someone that evokes interest, liking, or desire
  • 2a place or thing that draws visitors by providing something of interest or pleasure
  • 3the action or power of drawing forth a response or reaction

Using attraction: Examples

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

  • Example

    The city's main attraction is its beautiful beaches.

  • Example

    She has an attraction to adventure and risk-taking.

  • Example

    The amusement park is a popular attraction for families.

  • Example

    The attraction between them was undeniable.

attraction Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for attraction

Phrases with attraction

  • a place or site that attracts a large number of visitors, typically due to its cultural or historical significance, natural beauty, or entertainment value

    Example

    The Eiffel Tower is one of the most famous tourist attractions in the world.

  • an intense desire or feeling of liking towards someone based on their physical appearance

    Example

    Their relationship started with a strong physical attraction, but they soon realized they had little in common.

  • a marketing strategy that focuses on attracting customers to a business or product through content creation, social media, and other forms of engagement

    Example

    The company's success can be attributed to its effective use of attraction marketing.

Origins of attraction

from Latin 'attractio', meaning 'a drawing together'

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Summary: attraction in Brief

An 'attraction' [əˈtrækʃən] is a quality or feature of something or someone that evokes interest, liking, or desire. It can also refer to a place or thing that draws visitors by providing something of interest or pleasure. The term extends to the action or power of drawing forth a response or reaction, as in 'The attraction between them was undeniable.' Phrases like 'tourist attraction' and 'physical attraction' use 'attraction' to denote a place or a feeling of liking towards someone based on their physical appearance, respectively.

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