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1 /əˈlʊər/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [uh-loor] Show IPA verb, -lured, -lur⋅ing, noun-verb (used with object) 1. to attract or tempt by something flattering or desirable. 2. to fascinate; charm.
-verb (used without object) 3. to be attractive or tempting.
-noun 4. fascination; charm; appeal.
---- Origin:
1375-1425; late ME aluren < MF alurer, equiv. to a- a- 5 + lurer to lure
Related forms:
al⋅lur⋅er, noun
Synonyms:
1. entice, lure. 2. enchant, entrance, captivate. 4. glamor, attraction.
2 /ˈælyʊər, -yər/ Show Spelled Pronunciation [al-yoor, -yer] Show IPA-nounalure.
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The siren's allure was impossible to resist. Promises of quick profits may allure the unwary investor. "There are people for whom gold holds no allure." (noun) Few men could resist the allure of her beauty and charm. (verb) The chance for fame can allure those with few prospects in life.
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What is a sentence for the word allure?
The siren's allure was impossible to resist. Promises of quick profits may allure the unwary investor. "There are people for whom gold holds no allure." (noun) Few men could resist the allure of her beauty and charm. (verb) The chance for fame can allure those with few prospects in life.
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