Alluring

Pronunciation: /əˈljʊrɪŋ/

Definitions of alluring

adjective An adjective describes or modifies a noun or pronoun. 'Alluring' describes something that is attractive or tempting.

Example Sentences

A1 The alluring smell of fresh cookies filled the kitchen.

A2 The alluring music drew people to the dance floor.

B1 The alluring scenery of the beach made it a popular tourist destination.

B2 The alluring offer was too good to resist.

C1 The alluring charm of the old town captivated visitors from around the world.

C2 The alluring beauty of the artwork left the audience in awe.

Examples of alluring in a Sentence

formal The alluring beauty of the painting captivated all who beheld it.

informal She has an alluring smile that can light up a room.

slang That new club downtown is supposed to be super alluring.

figurative The alluring promise of adventure called to him, beckoning him to explore beyond the known.

Grammatical Forms of alluring

• past tense: allured
• plural: alluring
• comparative: more alluring
• superlative: most alluring
• present tense: allures
• future tense: will allure
• perfect tense: has allured
• continuous tense: is alluring
• singular: alluring
• positive degree: alluring
• infinitive: to allure
• gerund: alluring
• participle: allured

Origin and Evolution of alluring

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Old French

Story behind the word: The word 'alluring' originated from the Old French word 'aleurer' meaning to attract or lure.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'alluring' has retained its original meaning of being attractive or tempting, but has also come to be associated with seduction or allure in a more subtle or mysterious way.