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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Last year the Santa Anita Derby attracted only five entries, which reduced the number of Kentucky Derby qualifying points available in the race.

From Los Angeles Times

In his speeches, he promises "work and more work" for Hondurans, to develop infrastructure, and to attract investments to generate employment.

From Barron's

Supporters said clearer jurisdictional lines between regulators would reduce legal uncertainty, encourage greater institutional participation and attract more capital into the market.

From MarketWatch

As one of the few public holidays it was a chance for teams to attract big crowds, which was made easier with public transport running.

From BBC

Videos of his visits posted on social media by Tom's son have attracted "millions" of views, making him possibly the most famous robin in the world.

From BBC

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