attract

[uh-trakt] / əˈtrækt /

VERB

draw attention

Synonyms

STRONGEST

appeal to bring captivate draw engage entice fascinate interest intrigue invite kill send

STRONG

allure bait beckon beguile bewitch charm court drag enchant endear enthrall entrance grab hook induce inveigle lure magnetize pull rizz up score seduce slay solicit spellbind steer tempt vamp wow

WEAK

come on exert influence freak out give the come-on go over big knock dead knock out make a hit with mousetrap rope in suck in sweep off one's feet turn on wile

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bore disenchant disgust disinterest refuse reject repel repulse shun turn off

STRONG

deter discourage dissuade

Example Sentences

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China’s improved livability, competitive jobs and targeted state-media propaganda also attract talent back home.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 19, 2026

“I think nightlife will thrive downtown, since bars attract people that don’t mind a little grittier atmosphere,” said Moses.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 18, 2026

"Consequently, for now, it would appear that European markets will need to work harder to attract further replacement cargoes from elsewhere if sufficient inventory is to be maintained over the summer months," it said.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

This includes offering smaller packages at lower prices, removing artificial colors and flavors, and launching new products to attract health-conscious consumers.

From Barron's • Apr. 15, 2026

He used us to attract followers and made our town look so bad.

From "Linked" by Gordon Korman

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