SEDUCTIVE Synonyms: 83 Similar and Opposite Words

seductive

adjective

si-ˈdək-tiv

Definition of seductive

as in charismatic

having an often mysterious or magical power to attract people always remarked on the cult leader's seductive personality

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Recent Examples of seductive There is a seductive argument for a more systematic approach in the interests of greater consistency, but the issue rarely arises and gets lost among more pressing matters. — Graham Scott, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026 Digital analytics can create a seductive illusion of precision. — Sindhu Bhaskar, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026 She’s based on the filmmaker’s grandmother, who left the family in the 1980s to join an all-women cult, lured by the seductive leader, well-played in the film by Lily James. — Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2026 While well-known for a number of onscreen roles, including Wadsworth in Clue, Curry is most associated with playing the mad, seductive scientist in the 1975 Rocky Horror film. — Caitlin Huston, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for seductive

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Adjective

The warm and charismatic straight-shooter, who has clocked 20 years in the biz, has no qualms with exposing the inner workings of what can be a highly secretive industry.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 30 Sep. 2026
He was admired by some as a charismatic statesman who put Italy on the world stage but reviled by others as a populist who used political power for personal gain.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of charismatic

Adjective

In the eyes of powerful players such as Europe and the United States, Brazil was an appealing place for investment and a growing force in multilateral diplomacy.

— MATIAS SPEKTOR, Foreign Affairs, 2 Oct. 2026
Any growth initiatives had to be funded through partners’ capital – hardly an appealing prospect for those same partners – which resulted in a long period of low growth into new business lines.

— Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of appealing

Adjective

The radiant setting is especially attractive to affluent couples from across Asia as well as the US, Australia, and Europe.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 1 Oct. 2026
McMahon also urged schools to introduce hands-on learning much earlier, including virtual welding and electronics programs that can make technical work feel tangible and attractive to younger students.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of attractive

Adjective

The Sprocket is a charming and efficient pocket-sized printer that uses ZINK zero-ink technology to output your smartphone photos, Polaroid-style, on special paper.

— K. Thor Jensen, PC Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026
Café Nizza is a charming spot in Södermalm with impeccably unfussy dishes and fun bottles.

— Riza Cruz, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of charming

Adjective

And Kikuchi, floating through the film on a wave of quiet emotion, creates in its final scene an enchanting portrait of joy.

— Tribune News Service, Baltimore Sun, 23 Sep. 2026
Lifeline’s production team creates an enchanting backdrop for the children’s adventures.

— Emily McClanathan, Chicago Tribune, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of enchanting

Adjective

Darryl’s ex-wife, Erika McCauley, is one of the doc’s most fascinating characters.

— Matt Grobar, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2026
The early menu structure was fascinating, with ingredients categorized by their preparation, centered around meats and vegetables organized by their preparation (roasted, braised, sautéed) and meant to be mixed and matched a la carte.

— Bill Addison, Los Angeles Times, 27 Sep. 2026

Definition of fascinating

Adjective

Like its agricultural and horticultural counterparts, the monoculture of era-defining music, TV and movies seemed alluring on the surface.

— Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 1 Oct. 2026
Rarely exhibited and here remade with another Trans Am as MBD_Trans Am (2026), the piece is paired with an ominous booming sound that is both alluring and repellent.

— Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of alluring

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