attractive

adjective at·trac·tive \ə-ˈtrak-tiv\

: having a pleasing appearance; especially : having a pleasing appearance that causes romantic or sexual feelings in someone

: having a feature or quality that people like

Full Definition of ATTRACTIVE

: having or relating to the power to attract <attractive forces between molecules>

a : arousing interest or pleasure : charming <an attractive smile>

b : appealing <an attractive offer>

— at·trac·tive·ly adverb

— at·trac·tive·ness noun

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14th century

Synonyms: alluring, appealing, fascinating, bewitching, captivating, charismatic, charming, elfin, enchanting, engaging, entrancing, fetching, glamorous (also glamourous), luring, magnetic, seductive

Antonyms: repellent (also repellant), repelling, repugnant, repulsive, revolting, unalluring

ATTRACTIVE Defined for Kids

adjective at·trac·tive \ə-ˈtrak-tiv\

: having the power or quality of drawing interest <an attractive offer>

: having a pleasing appearance <an attractive home>

— at·trac·tive·ly adverb

— at·trac·tive·ness noun

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