attractive

Meanings

• Adjective

  Having the ability to draw people towards oneself or something; charming or appealing.

  - "Her attractive personality drew many admirers."
  - "The attractive color of the sunset caught everyone's attention."

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Pronunciation

1. /əˈtɹæktɪv/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

repulsive , ugly , repulsive , ugly , unattractive

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Synonyms

magnetic

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with attractive
beautiful , practicable , controllable , observable , edible

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Variants

List of all variants of attractive that leads to same result
attractive , attractively , attractiveness , attractivenesses

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

From Old French 'attractif', from 'attracter' to draw toward.

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Trivia

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1. The word 'attractive' first appeared in English in the 15th century.

2. The most attractive feature for men is considered to be a woman's smile, while for women, it is a man's physique.

3. The term 'attractive nuisance' refers to something that may be dangerous but is also attractive, such as a pool or a fire.

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Related Concepts

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1. Physical Attraction: The feeling of being drawn to someone based on their physical appearance.

2. Attractiveness: The quality of being appealing or charming to others.

3. Attraction: The feeling of being drawn towards someone or something.

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Culture

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The term 'attractive' has been used extensively in various cultures to describe physical beauty, charm, allure, and appeal. In literature, it is often used to describe characters who are attractive to the reader or other characters. In art, attractive people have been depicted in paintings, sculptures, and photographs for centuries. In music, attractive people have been the subject of songs and lyrics.

How to Memorize "attractive"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person or thing that is attractive to you.
   - Close your eyes and imagine the details that make them attractive.
   - Practice this visualization daily to strengthen your memory.

2. associate
   

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   - Think of happy experiences when you encounter the word.
   - Create a mental link between the word and something you love.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a memorable phrase or acronym to help remember the meaning of 'attractive'.
   - Use the first letter of each word in the phrase to form an acronym.
   - Practice repeating the phrase or acronym regularly.

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