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al·lur·ing | \ ə-ˈlu̇r-iŋ \
Definition of alluring
: having a strongly attractive or enticing quality an alluring smile/aroma an alluring prospect Her appeal for him
was that of the frail and alluring woman.— Edna Ferber
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alluringly adverb
smiled alluringly an alluringly colorful display
Synonyms & Antonyms for alluring

Synonyms
appealing,
attractive,
bewitching,
captivating,
charismatic,
charming,
elfin,
enchanting,
engaging,
entrancing,
fascinating,
fetching,
glamorous
(also glamourous),
luring,
magnetic,
seductive
Antonyms
repellent
(also repellant),
repelling,
repugnant,
repulsive,
revolting,
unalluring
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Recent Examples on the Web Over the past few years, the U.K. and European Union have put in place legislation
as to how hookah can be marketed – prohibiting the alluring photos of exotic fruits and dripping chocolate. — Fox
News, "California lawmakers retreat on hookah ban citing 'Middle East cultural tradition'," 8 Sep. 2019 Among
them all, Justin Fuente, in his first season at Virginia Tech, was maybe the most alluring candidate for decision-
makers, but his buyout was enormous. — Ross Dellenger, SI.com, "The Story of Tom Herman, Ed Orgeron and
LSU's Wild 2016 Coaching Search," 2 Sep. 2019
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1534, in the meaning defined above
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alluring
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: very attractive : having a quality that attracts people
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