attractive
word · lemma: attract
Definition
Something attractive makes people interested in it or like it. It can describe a person's good looks or anything that seems appealing, useful, or pleasant.
Usage & Nuances
Often used for physical appearance, but very common for offers, prices, ideas, locations, and designs too: 'an attractive offer', 'an attractive city'. For people, it usually means good-looking, not necessarily beautiful. 'Attracted' describes the feeling, while 'attractive' describes the thing or person that causes it.
Example Sentences
She is very attractive.
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This job offers an attractive salary.
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The new design looks clean and attractive.
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That apartment is small, but the price is really attractive.
natural
What makes the city so attractive to young professionals?
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The idea sounds attractive at first, but there are some risks.
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