attract
word
/əˈtɹækt/
uh-TRAKT
/ɐtɹˈækt/
uh-TRAKT
Definition
To cause someone or something to be interested in or move toward something, usually because it seems appealing or interesting.
Usage & Nuances
Often used about people, things, or places that make others interested or come near. Common phrases: 'attract attention', 'attract customers', 'attract insects'. Doesn't carry a romantic meaning by itself, but can be used that way depending on context.
Spanish: atraerPortuguese (BR): atrairPortuguese (PT): atrairChinese (Simplified): 吸引Chinese (Traditional): 吸引Hindi: आकर्षित करनाArabic: يجذبBengali: আকর্ষণ করা - টান দেখাRussian: привлекатьJapanese: 引きつける - 惹きつけるVietnamese: thu hútKorean: 끌다 - 유인하다Turkish: çekmekUrdu: متوجہ کرنا - راغب کرناIndonesian: menarik
Example Sentences
Bright colors attract butterflies.
basic
The museum hopes to attract more visitors this year.
basic
Flowers use scent to attract insects.
basic
She always knows how to attract attention in a crowd.
natural
They lowered prices to attract new customers.
natural
Isn’t it weird how opposites sometimes attract?
natural