What is attractive? How to use in English

Definition & pronunciation of attractive

attractiveadjective

hút, thu hút, có duyên, lôi cuốn

/əˈtraktɪv/

Definition & pronunciation of <b>attractive</b>

Where does the word attractive come from?

The word "attractive" has its roots in the 15th century. It comes from the Latin word "attractare," which means "to draw near" or "to pull towards." This Latin verb is a combination of "ad," meaning "to" or "towards," and "trahere," meaning "to draw" or "to pull." In the 14th century, the Latin phrase "ad attrahere" was used in English to mean "to draw or allure to oneself." Over time, the phrase evolved into "attractive," and it began to take on a sense of attracting or pleasing people, often in a physical sense. In the 15th century, the word "attractive" started to be used to describe something or someone that is pleasing or beautiful. Today, the word is still used to describe qualities such as physical beauty, charm, and charisma.

Vocabulary summary attractive

typeadjective

meaningsuck

exampleattractive force

meaningattractive, appealing, captivating, charming; charming

Example of vocabulary attractivenamespace

meaning

pleasant to look at, especially in a sexual way

  • an attractive woman
  • I like John but I don't find him attractive physically.
  • I find men look more attractive as they age.
meaning

pleasant

  • a big house with an attractive garden
  • Your new glasses are very attractive.
  • Antique furniture is used to make an attractive contrast with a modern setting.
  • That's one of the less attractive aspects of her personality.
  • The city itself is very attractive.
meaning

having features or qualities that make something seem interesting and worth having

  • an attractive offer/proposition/option
  • Proposed improvements will make these areas attractive to first-time buyers.
  • They are able to offer attractive career opportunities to graduates.
  • The deal is said to be particularly attractive to investors.

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