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adjective

Definition of enticingnext
as in tempting

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verb

present participle of entice
as in luring
to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage every commercial seemed to be for some tempting snack specifically designed to entice me from my diet

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Recent Examples of enticing
Adjective
So having some extra energy and learning how to take better care of my body sounded enticing. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 16 July 2026 The Bruins will look starkly different after essentially exchanging six WNBA-ready players for five enticing transfers. — Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026
Verb
An outdoor sauna, hot tub, and cold plunge are enticing draws no matter the season, while an full alfresco dining set up and fire pit surrounded by lounge seating provide a comfy place to unwind and take in the surrounding views. — Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 15 July 2026 This chic design combines the sophistication of nude tones with the eye-catching shine of chrome, creating a versatile look even enticing enough for minimalists. — Omenaa Boakye, InStyle, 12 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for enticing
Recent Examples of Synonyms for enticing
  1. tempting
  2. luring
  3. tantalizing
  4. seducing
  5. appealing
  6. enthralling
  7. alluring
Adjective
  • No — not every political pet project that gets parked in the Internal Revenue Code because the 51-vote rule in budget reconciliation is too tempting when one party controls the House and has a slim majority in the Senate is tax policy.
    — Marie Sapirie, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
  • For travelers, birders, and anyone who has ever regretted leaving a lens at home, that remains a tempting proposal.
    — New Atlas, New Atlas, 20 July 2026
Definition of tempting
Verb
  • Baden-Baden has been a spa town since ancient times, luring Roman-era nobles to take the waters there at its natural springs in the Black Forest.
    — Laura Dannen Redman, Robb Report, 23 July 2026
  • The first involves fraudulent FBI profiles and fake pages on social media sites, luring victims to the cloned IC3 sites, but with a twist.
    — Davey Winder, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026
Definition of luring
Adjective
  • As Barger rehabbed, neared game action and then suffered a setback (a back injury) while recovering from his initial elbow injury, the outfielder’s potential return was a tantalizing prospect for a Jays team in need of an offensive injection.
    — Mitch Bannon, New York Times, 24 July 2026
  • Chase DeLauter has compelling odds for his home run prop in a tantalizing matchup.
    — Josh Shepardson, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026
Definition of tantalizing
Verb
  • The writer thinks that the person seducing the main character is just some flotsam, hardly worth a second look.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 26 June 2026
  • That means seducing Paris Carver, Elliot's wife and Bond's ex, portrayed by Teri Hatcher.
    — John Russell, PEOPLE, 19 May 2026
Definition of seducing
Adjective
  • Long paragraphs jammed to the edges of the form won’t be visually appealing.
    — Amy Lindgren, Twin Cities, 25 July 2026
  • Francisco Lindor is one of the most exciting and appealing players in the history of the New York Mets.
    — Mike Lupica, New York Daily News, 25 July 2026
Definition of appealing
Adjective
  • The romance of Prague is enthralling, from its pretty winding lanes to its skyline of rising spires.
    — Jaymi McCann, TheWeek, 21 July 2026
  • Creative players both, this could be an enthralling matchup — and Fery should get the Centre Court berth that British players dream about.
    — Ava Wallace, New York Times, 5 July 2026
Definition of enthralling
Adjective
  • To me, a subtle yet alluring scent is the perfect balance for an everyday fragrance.
    — Olivia Dubyak, InStyle, 22 July 2026
  • Nizuc Resort & Spa Ever since its first hotels debuted in 1974 — instantly transforming a quiet, untouched coastline into a world-class escape — Cancun has reigned as one of Mexico’s most alluring places.
    — Forbes Travel Guide, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Definition of alluring

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