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as in appealing
having an often mysterious or magical power to attract
world travel has always been very attractive to me
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as in beautiful
very pleasing to look at
generally the star of a TV commercial is an attractive person
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as in appeal
the power of irresistible attraction
she had a certain attractiveness that came from her witty conversation
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as in beauty
the qualities in a person or thing that as a whole give pleasure to the senses
the attractiveness of the Greek countryside has inspired poets since ancient times
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attractive opportunities
enticing opportunities
exciting opportunities
lucrative opportunities
impressive opportunities
interesting opportunities
attractive people
an attractive candidate
an appealing candidate
an impressive candidate
a talented candidate
a desirable candidate
a promising candidate
an attractive place
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Recent Examples of attractive
Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2025
Stats like that are so attractive that fashion brands have already come sniffing.
—Camille Freestone, Vogue, 13 May 2025
Their task is to make mentees better, to make mentees ready and attractive candidates for great opportunities.
—Rosalind Chow, Time, 13 May 2025
Additionally, the passing by defencemen from deep in the zone is more effective because there is often more than one attractive passing option.
—Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 3 May 2025
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Adjective
The remaining disheveled flowers aren’t as attractive as the seed heads on a poppy, for example.
—Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 13 May 2025
Stats like that are so attractive that fashion brands have already come sniffing.
—Camille Freestone, Vogue, 13 May 2025
Their task is to make mentees better, to make mentees ready and attractive candidates for great opportunities.
—Rosalind Chow, Time, 13 May 2025
Additionally, the passing by defencemen from deep in the zone is more effective because there is often more than one attractive passing option.
—Allan Mitchell, New York Times, 3 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for attractive
Adjective
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With hyper-masculine influencers on their social media feeds promoting self-improvement through extreme workout and diet regimens, the idea of sitting in a circle and talking about feelings might sound less appealing.—
Harmeet Kaur,
CNN Money,
4 May 2025
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Instead of being demonized, marginalized, or portrayed as the 'other,' our characters were attractive, appealing, affluent.—
Ryan Coleman,
EW.com,
1 May 2025
Adjective
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Churches aren’t just beautiful buildings that uplift New York.—
New York Daily News Editorial Board,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
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The property has beautiful minimalist, modern design with pops of natural wood accents and stunning views of the nearby Blue Ridge Mountains.—
Kimberley Mok,
Travel + Leisure,
9 May 2025
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The initiative aims to boost Japan Inc.’s appeal to both foreign and domestic investors.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
16 May 2025
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The importance of this immediate appeal of right provided by the UPEPA to a losing UPEPA movant is thus illustrated.—
Jay Adkisson,
Forbes.com,
15 May 2025
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After stepping back from the spotlight, Gary Sinise is letting fans in on his family's private battle with cancer − and finding beauty after tragedy.—
Anna Kaufman,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Taking this Wilco beauty and photoshopping the new Pope’s face onto the album cover.—
Dan Woike,
Los Angeles Times,
15 May 2025
Adjective
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The author’s recent adult romance follows the daughter of an influential Atlanta dynasty and her blooming relationship with a charismatic musician.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
13 May 2025
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The charismatic biotechnology entrepreneur gained international recognition — and several magazine front pages — after founding the now-defunct blood-testing startup in 2003.—
Muri Assunção,
New York Daily News,
10 May 2025
Adjective
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Also receiving handsome compensation, though not a CEO, at WWE and UFC owner TKO?—
Georg Szalai,
HollywoodReporter,
8 May 2025
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With a handsome frame made of eucalyptus wood and a woven rope seat, this rocking chair is all about craftsmanship without the fuss.—
Yelena Moroz Alpert,
Architectural Digest,
7 May 2025
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With a blend of national prestige and plenty of local charm, this week’s major in Charlotte is a celebration of the Queen City’s culture and its place in the world of sport.—
Shane Connuck,
Charlotte Observer,
14 May 2025
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The move was widely viewed as part of a Chinese charm offensive to capitalize on tensions with the Trump administration.—
Micah McCartney,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 May 2025
Adjective
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Unlike the national parks in the U.S., the Cairngorms are considered a populated national park, one that’s home to more than 18,000 residents living in its small towns and charming villages.—
Lydia Mansel,
Travel + Leisure,
3 May 2025
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The wig features a consistently shoulder-length cut, and its curly texture adds a charming touch.—
Noel Cymone Walker,
StyleCaster,
2 May 2025
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“Attractive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/attractive. Accessed 19 May. 2025.
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