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at·tract

attract

 
 
pronunciation:
traekt
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part of speech: verb
inflections: attracts, attracting, attracted
definition 1: When something attracts another thing, it makes it come to it.
The bright outdoor lights attracted a lot of bugs.Magnets attract metal objects.
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synonyms:
allure
antonyms:
repel
similar words:
engage, tempt
definition 2: When something makes you want to see it or be part of it in some way, we say it attracts you.
The famous paintings at the museum attracted a lot of crowds.The restaurant's great food attracts many customers.
similar words:
allure, charm, fascinate, invite, tempt
derivations: attractable (adj.), attractor (attracter) (n.)
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