Pronunciation: /əˈljʊər/
noun the quality of being powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating
A1 The allure of the shiny object caught the child's attention.
A2 The allure of the new restaurant drew in many customers.
B1 The allure of the exotic location made it a popular tourist destination.
B2 The allure of the mystery novel kept me up all night reading.
C1 The allure of the high-end fashion brand is undeniable.
C2 The allure of the luxurious spa resort was impossible to resist.
verb to attract or tempt by something flattering or desirable
A1 The shiny new toy allured the child.
A2 The advertisement's catchy jingle allured customers to the store.
B1 The exotic scent of the perfume allured her to purchase it.
B2 The mysterious aura of the old mansion allured explorers to investigate further.
C1 The prospect of adventure and discovery allured the group to embark on the journey.
C2 The enigmatic charm of the ancient artifact allured researchers from around the world to study it.
formal The allure of the historic city drew in tourists from around the world.
informal The new restaurant has a certain allure that makes everyone want to try it.
slang The party scene in that city has a unique allure that you just have to experience for yourself.
figurative The allure of the unknown always beckons us to explore beyond our comfort zones.
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