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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The state invested heavily in building soundstages to attract film business from California, earning the moniker “Hollywood of the South.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s recruiting has famously used aggressive, macho memes to attract the Francises of the world.

From Slate • Apr. 13, 2026

The Oliviers attract the biggest names in the world of theatre, so can of course provide a world of opportunity for doing a bit of networking.

From BBC • Apr. 12, 2026

Sugar confection—think gummies and chewy candy—has taken share, and their bold flavors continue to attract younger consumers.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

Leaving the building in this condition might attract attention to them, so Harvey had a washing machine and dryer installed in the warehouse.

From "Spies: The Secret Showdown Between America and Russia" by Marc Favreau

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