alluringly
|al-lur-ing-ly|
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/əˈlʊrɪŋli/
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/əˈljʊərɪŋli/
(allure)
attractive charm
Etymology
Etymology Information
'alluringly' originates from the verb 'allure', which comes from the Old French word 'aleurer', meaning 'to attract'.
Historical Evolution
'aleurer' transformed into the Middle English word 'aluren', and eventually became the modern English word 'allure'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to attract or entice', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a way that is powerfully and mysteriously attractive or fascinating.
She smiled alluringly at the camera.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42