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attraction

[uh-trak-shuhn] / əˈtræk ʃən /
NOUN
ability to draw attention; something that draws attention
Synonyms
STRONGEST
allure appeal attractiveness interest
STRONG
allurement bait captivation charm chemistry come-on courting draw enchantment endearment enthrallment enticement fascination gravitation inclination inducement invitation it lure magnetism pull seduction solicitation temptation tendency
WEAK
drawing power
Antonyms
STRONG
discouragement repulsion
WEAK
revulsion

Example Sentences

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Sixty years ago Henry Thynne, the 6th Marquess of Bath, opened the Lions of Longleat drive-through attraction with the help of circus owner Jimmy Chipperfield.

From BBC • Apr. 10, 2026

“Team up with Superman to protect the world. This attraction was made with a lot of love for Superman. Hope to see you there!”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 9, 2026

The fastest-growing metropolitan areas in the U.S. last year came with a very big attraction: a lot of homes for sale.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

However, the working mother of two insists she is never the main attraction.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

If Calixte did find his face lovely—which he found distinctly implausible, considering its centerpiece—there was nothing like attraction or desire behind it.

From "Strange the Dreamer" by Laini Taylor