Added 6 October 2026
attractive
/əˈtɹæktɪv/ adjective
In Latin: formosus Wiktionary
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- Causing attraction; having the quality of attracting by inherent force.
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Having the power of charming or alluring by agreeable qualities; enticing.
That's a very attractive offer.
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Pleasing or appealing to the senses, especially of a potential romantic partner.
He is an attractive fellow with a trim figure.
Origin
From Middle French attractif, from Late Latin attractīvus, equivalent to attract + -ive.
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