ALLUREMENT Synonyms: 46 Similar and Opposite Words

allurement

noun

Definition of allurement

as in lure

something that persuades one to perform an action for pleasure or gain for him the allurement of gambling is not the prospect of getting rich but rather the excitement of the game

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as in temptation

the act or pressure of giving in to a desire especially when ill-advised difficult to ignore the allurements of the sideshow posters at the carnival

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Noun

Though the story itself is comically predictable, Chloe Bailey’s earnest portrayal and the lure of the iconic Lynn Whitfield make the movie fun to watch even as the narrative completely unravels at the seams.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 26 June 2026
Early also has a larger target in view, the fickleness of internet celebrity, a lure that often comes with self-harm.

— Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026

Definition of lure

Noun

Yet until now there has not been a major film adaptation, which was part of the attraction.

— Kenneth Turan, Los Angeles Times, 7 July 2026
As for the top cities, tried-and-true reign supreme with phenomenal attractions, superlative hotels, and electric dining scenes.

— Travel + Leisure Editors, Travel + Leisure, 7 July 2026

Definition of attraction

Noun

Hurlbut agreed that the seduction of AI is its ease and accessibility.

— Marc Ramirez, USA Today, 3 July 2026
The rhythm of the writing shows the staccato nature of those relationships, with their stops and starts, and how sometimes signs of seduction cannot be misinterpreted or not picked up at all.

— Murtada Elfadl, Variety, 26 June 2026

Definition of seduction

Noun

Nearly a year after the expiration of a $7,500 federal tax incentive for new electric vehicles, California is stepping in to try to motivate buyers to go electric.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
The attack shocked Monaco, a coastal playground for the rich and famous known for its tax-friendly incentives, royal family and Formula 1 Grand Prix.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026

Definition of incentive

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