Allurings

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A collection of captivating qualities or traits that draw attention
2. Encompassing the charm and appeal that entice interest or affection
3. Representing the enticing features that inspire fascination and attraction

Etymology: "Allurings" is simply the plural of "alluring," used as a noun for the charms or attractions that draw someone in. Its history runs through "allure," a verb-and-noun pair meaning to lure or entice, with the "-ing" ending added to turn it into a noun that names the things doing the luring. The "lure" at its heart is an older word for a bait or enticement, so the core idea is still that of drawing something toward you by offering it something it wants. The prefix "al-" carries the sense of moving toward, which gives the whole word its pull-toward-the-speaker quality.

Synonyms: temptations, enticements, attractions, seductions, lures

Antonyms: repulsions, disgusts, deterrents, aversion, rejections