PREPOSSESSING Synonyms: 43 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

Definition of prepossessing

as in attractive

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verb

present participle of prepossess

as in influencing

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Recent Examples of prepossessing

Adjective

Blazy has led me down the rue de l’Abbaye to what appears, at first, the least prepossessing bistro in the area. — Nathan Heller, Vogue, 14 Oct. 2025 The novel is a coming-of-age tale in which becoming an adult is defined as learning how to lie, how to smooth facts, events, even oneself into a more prepossessing form. — Sophie Gilbert, The Atlantic, 17 Jan. 2023

Recent Examples of Synonyms for prepossessing

Adjective

Using Stainless Polish On Your Fridge On the one hand, using stainless polish to clean a stainless steel fridge leaves a bright, attractive, reflective finish—but there’s a downside.

— Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 19 Aug. 2026
Shaped like a giant leaf, this attractive play mat comes with six hanging plush toys that can be detached when your baby is ready for tummy time games.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of attractive

Verb

Founders will notice hesitation, enthusiasm, chemistry, confidence, uncertainty, who’s influencing the room, whether the customer is actually excited.

— Alison Coleman, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
How Craig plays will go a long way in influencing TCU’s entire season.

— Fort Worth Star-Telegram, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Aug. 2026

Definition of influencing

Adjective

Dykstra’s drawings are beautifully detailed, thoughtful, charming and evocative.

— Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
As the plane descends, a lush landscape of verdant mountains that flow down into charming villages, beaches, and the crystal-clear waters beyond appears.

— Connor Sturges, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of charming

Verb

When disposing of bleach and other cleaning products, never pour them down the sink.

— Louise Parks, Martha Stewart, 27 June 2026
In the city of Miami, improperly disposing trash — like taking the trash from one of your homes and throwing it away in another of your property’s bins — can result in a $525 fine.

— Amaia Gavica, Miami Herald, 26 June 2026

Definition of disposing

Adjective

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

Definition of alluring

Verb

Warner’s deal with Suno appears to also require at least some degree of artist opt-in, and in general, convincing artists and managers may prove to be a challenge.

— Brian Hiatt, Rolling Stone, 12 Aug. 2026
The play opens with Leontes convincing himself that a pregnant Hermione has been sleeping with his friend Polixenes, the king of Bohemia (played by Gilbert Owuor).

— Christopher Barnard, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of convincing

Adjective

Digital currencies, like Bitcoin, are historically volatile and therefore less appealing for entities making large transactions.

— Nathan Lee, ABC News, 15 Aug. 2026
Over time, their purpose evolved into an elegant way to conceal a naked body while changing or to cover up a room’s less appealing realities.

— Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of appealing

Adjective

The yellow and red trim pops perfectly from the dark blue background, and there’s a pleasing colour consistency with the Adidas trefoil, the Arsenal badge and the sponsor.

— Nick Miller, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
For an aesthetically pleasing addition to your kitchen, this coffee percolator comes in four bold finishes.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2026

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