attractive
//əˈtɹæktɪv//
Forms
- Comparative
- more attractive
- Superlative
- most attractive
Definitions
1.Causing attraction; having the quality of attracting by inherent force.
- I think you're a very attractive woman.
2.Having the power of charming or alluring by agreeable qualities; enticing.
- That's a very attractive offer.
3.Pleasing or appealing to the senses, especially of a potential romantic partner.
- He is an attractive fellow with a trim figure.
Frequency
Overall
Uncommon· #3208
By learning goal
- Everyday conversation
- Rare
- General reading & writing
- Uncommon
- Academic
- Rare
- Literature
- Rare
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Word family
Etymology
From Middle French attractif
From Late Latin attractīvus, equivalent to attract + -ive.