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
Johnson is a melodic savant, with a knack for knowing just how often to add seductive flourishes like a wordless, cooing chorus.
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Troy Carpenter,
SPIN,
15 June 2026
The copy was just as seductive.
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Serena Turner,
Vanity Fair,
15 June 2026
Combining the property’s rustic, midwestern roots with a calm, seductive feel was the goal, Thompson says.
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Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
But even that speculative scheme showed how sophisticated PAU could be in adapting an assortment of seductive pasts.
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Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for seductive
Troy Carpenter,
SPIN,
15 June 2026
The copy was just as seductive.
—
Serena Turner,
Vanity Fair,
15 June 2026
Combining the property’s rustic, midwestern roots with a calm, seductive feel was the goal, Thompson says.
—
Rachel Davies,
Architectural Digest,
12 June 2026
But even that speculative scheme showed how sophisticated PAU could be in adapting an assortment of seductive pasts.
—
Justin Davidson,
Curbed,
8 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for seductive
Recent Examples of Synonyms for seductive
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The eldest son of the late Bob Marley, Ziggy Marley is a charismatic performer and an accomplished singer, songwriter and band leader.
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They were led by Tsietsi Mashinini, a charismatic high schooler.
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The idea of waking up beside a beach or beneath a mountain is understandably appealing, but visitors should be careful not to confuse freedom with entitlement.
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Interior designers highlight common mistakes that can make a living room appear less appealing.
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There were multiple offers and the property went under contract in about a month, a indicator that downtown apartment conversion projects in the last decade are attractive to investors who see occupancies remaining strong.
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Here’s how the new numbers make a transaction a lot more attractive for Musk and his fellow SpaceX shareholders, at least in theory.
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In the market for a charming little outdoor oasis to elevate camping trips this summer?
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With a spacious design, durable construction, and charming look, it’s bound to be your go-to retreat for morning coffee, afternoon reading, or evening relaxing.
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Sergei Diaghilev’s production of Cléopâtre for Les Ballets Russes from 1909 and Howard Carter’s discovery of King Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922 fueled the beginning of the jeweler’s enchanting creations inspired by the lost civilization.
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The enchanting woodsy and pastoral backgrounds when the action moves from the residential suburbs to the rural outskirts add to that poignancy, as do the dulcet tones of Randy Newman’s score.
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Although not being anyone’s main focus this summer, the Golden Boot race is proving to be a fascinating subplot that will have plenty of twists and turns before the final next month.
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Both teams have already confirmed their place in the round of 32 and that game on Friday June 26 (3pm ET) will be a fascinating watch.
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The restaurant Merroir is so alluring that some people spend a whole day there, alternating between oysters, beers, and more oysters.
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Keeping Away Pests The alluring smell of a fresh cup of joe does not have the same effect on insects and pests like snails and slugs.
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“Seductive.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/seductive. Accessed 27 Jun. 2026.
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