alluring

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adjective

al·​lur·​ing ə-ˈlu̇r-iŋ 

: 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

alluringly adverb

smiled alluringly

an alluringly colorful display

alluring

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present participle of allure entry 1

Synonyms of alluring

Adjective

• appealing
• attractive
• charismatic
• charming
• seductive
• enchanting
• fascinating

Examples of alluring in a Sentence

Adjective

the alluring beauty of the swans on the lake held us spellbound

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Lowe can make good on his home run prop, and his +440 odds are alluring. — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026

The beats are over the top, the writing is bold and direct, and Stephens is an alluring main character with a sharp tongue and an ear for dynamic pop and R&B melodies. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 18 Aug. 2026

Even a conservative turtleneck minidress feels more alluring when paired with black boots in soft leather. — Aemilia Madden, Glamour, 16 Aug. 2026

While the village of Angra itself isn’t much of a draw, there are several alluring attractions nearby. — Hannah Seligson, Travel + Leisure, 16 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

1534, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for alluring

• assuring
• contouring
• enduring
• ensuring
• insuring
• manuring
• maturing
• obscuring
• procuring
• securing
• curing
• during