TURN-ONS Synonyms: 35 Similar and Opposite Words

turn-ons

noun

plural of turn-on

as in lures

something that persuades one to perform an action for pleasure or gain knew the offer of free pizza would be a major turn-on to the pair of teenagers she had just asked to help her move

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Noun

Manage your surroundings by pulling the blinds or leaving the radio on to provide familiar sounds and remove barking temptations.

— Madeline Gunderson, USA Today, 28 July 2026
The next election In my analysis, whatever the temptations of partisan tribalism, neither narrative around mail ballots can be taken at face value.

— Andrew E. Busch, The Conversation, 23 July 2026

Definition of temptations

Noun

Located just south of Myrtle Beach, Surfside Beach appeals to travelers seeking a less bustling atmosphere while still remaining close to the restaurants, entertainment, and attractions of the Grand Strand.

— Taryn White, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
The famed highway—which turns 100 this year—passes through bustling cities, natural landmarks, and quirky roadside attractions, so there’s plenty of things to see (and do) along the way.

— Kelsey Mulvey, Vogue, 3 Aug. 2026

Definition of attractions

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However, domestic flights remain limited, expensive and unpredictable, while ferry services are irregular and the maritime sector struggles with aging fleets and weak incentives to improve.

— Emese Maczko, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
As far as the actual economic incentives, the cost of living is much lower over there.

— Matt Minton, Variety, 31 July 2026

Definition of incentives

Noun

Mapping out what the story beats are, what the motivations are, and what the action is doing to Peter, that was a big part of what kept me up at night.

— Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 3 Aug. 2026
In fact, this is where our motivations become personal and perhaps even slightly irritating, especially if repressed emotions or sensitivities rise to the surface.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of motivations

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How 40 Hz Sound Therapy Works The treatment is called GENUS, short for gamma entrainment using sensory stimuli.

— Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 13 July 2026
Chung recently received her first award from the National Institutes of Health for a research project to understand how genetically identical cells respond differently to stimuli, such as treatments or environmental cues.

— Rachel Martin, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026

Definition of stimuli

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