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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Given how unfamiliar it looks as a Ferrari, the Luce may also attract new customers to the brand, Wong said.

From BBC • May 30, 2026

The announcement is a major boost to Macron's efforts to attract hi-tech industries to France, in competition with other European nations.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

Like most restaurants, Carl’s Jr. has been struggling to attract customers at a time when many are increasingly concerned about inflation and the health of the economy.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

Devereaux said Goucher hopes to attract alumni and residents of other local retirement communities.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 30, 2026

He taught me to beware of water holes because they attract animals and people.

From "Lost Boy, Lost Girl" by John Bul Dau

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