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Having the power to entice, captivate, or appeal to
“Along the one-kilometer road, which is closed to traffic at night, Chinese paper lanterns provide dim illumination and an exotic, enticing aura.”
Physically or seductively alluring or captivating
“He looked at her, as she bit her lips and shot him an enticing smile.”
Tending to, or intended to, arouse lustful desire or interest
Having great physical beauty
Able to persuade or convince
Causing great wonder or astonishment
Extremely pleasing to the sense of taste
Inducing someone to do something
“Retailers will try almost anything to entice shoppers through their doors.”
To be arousing someone
Present participle for to flatter someone, especially to lure or persuade them
“A man who wants to lure a woman will entice her with sweet words.”
Present participle for to (try to) persuade or convince someone
“Nothing less than a not-guilty verdict will satisfy Mr. Jacobs in this matter and no discount will entice him to change his plea.”
Present participle for to bribe (someone) in exchange for something one wants
“In October, the DPP sent the Chief Secretary for Government to entice the judges with money.”
Present participle for to incite or prompt someone into doing something
Present participle for to invite someone somewhere
Present participle for to flirt with, or attempt to win over, a romantic interest
The quality of captivating and enticing, enthralling and engaging
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