allure

Definition

  • noun: power to attract
  • verb: to entice by charm or attraction
  • often + 'of'
  • synonyms: tempt, entice, decoy

Examples

  • These rare books hold special 'allure' for collectors.

  • the 'allure of' fame

Movie quotes

  • (..) Sweet! Another stripper! No! I am not another stripper! I'm F.B.l.! Sure you are. That's why you have a “Cocky” belt buckle. I told you you were alluring. Come on, man! Who the hell sent you here? This is my gig! Your friend Jack Spindler was found murdered, pal. His skull was crushed (..)
    2013 TvShow: Bones Title: The Party in the Pants Season: 8 Episode 22
  • (..) any special training to spout psychobabble. I got a hit. Storm's R.V. is parked outside a house in Arlington. Did you ever consider stripping? Really? No. Well, you have an alluring personality and a wonderful physique. Well, so do you, but you wouldn't strip. I did. What? For my paper. (..)
    2013 TvShow: Bones Title: The Party in the Pants Season: 8 Episode 22
  • (..) Wait'll you see this. Never mind. Yes, it is quite a sight. A beautiful woman onstage, nothing between her and the audience except two ostrich fans. The allure of the dance is to watch how she moves with the fans. Showing only what she wants, not an inch more. Is the dance ever performed by a man? (..)
    2005 TvShow: Charmed Title: Show Ghouls Season: 7 Episode 15