adj

alluring

uh-LOOR-rihng

Alluring (adj) means Highly attractive or tempting; having a strong pull. Example: “She gave him an alluring smile across the room.”

adj

Highly attractive or tempting; having a strong pull.

"She gave him an alluring smile across the room."

"The job offer was alluring, but the hours were brutal."

How to use alluring

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishSo attractive it draws you in — often used for a look, offer, or place.

Common pairings

alluring smile alluring offer find something alluring

Word forms

more alluring comparative, allurings plural, most alluring superlative

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Etymology

By surface analysis, allure + -ing.

Rhymes for alluring

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Frequently asked questions

What does “alluring” mean?

The word “alluring” means highly attractive or tempting; having a strong pull. In plain terms, so attractive it draws you in — often used for a look, offer, or place.

How do you pronounce “alluring”?

“Alluring” is pronounced uh-LOOR-rihng (/əˈlʊɹɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “alluring” in a sentence?

Here is “alluring” used in a sentence: “She gave him an alluring smile across the room.”

What part of speech is “alluring”?

“Alluring” is an adjective.