A2adjective 1K

Attractive

🇬🇧 UK /["/əˈtræktɪv/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/əˈtræktɪv/"]/

Meaning of Attractive

pleasant to look at, especially in a sexual way

In simple words: nice to look at or interesting

Attractive in a sentence

• She wore an attractive dress that caught everyone’s attention.
• The beautiful garden was very attractive to the visitors.
• He found the artist's style particularly attractive and unique.
• Having a kind personality can make someone more attractive to others.
• The attractive offer from the company persuaded him to accept the job.

How to use Attractive

Use 'attractive' in neutral contexts, typically for describing people, places, or things. Avoid using it in overly formal situations, as it may seem too casual for professional descriptions.

Grammar pattern

attractive + noun

Memory hint

Think of 'a-tract-tive' as a magnet attracting attention.

Related words

Collocations with Attractive

• be
• look
• become
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• to
• be
• look
• become
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• to
• be
• look
• become
• extremely
• fairly
• very
• to

Synonyms for Attractive

• appealing
• charming
• alluring
• handsome
• pretty

Opposites of Attractive

• unattractive
• ugly
• repulsive

Common mistakes with Attractive

• Using 'attractive' to describe non-physical qualities too often.
• Confusing 'attractive' with 'attracting' when describing events.
• Using 'most attractive' instead of 'more attractive' when comparing two items.

Frequently asked questions about Attractive

What does Attractive mean?

nice to look at or interesting

What is the definition of Attractive?

pleasant to look at, especially in a sexual way

How do you use Attractive in a sentence?

She wore an attractive dress that caught everyone’s attention.

Can you give another example of Attractive?

The beautiful garden was very attractive to the visitors.

What are synonyms for Attractive?

Common alternatives include appealing, charming, alluring, handsome, pretty.

What is the opposite of Attractive?

Opposite meanings include unattractive, ugly, repulsive.

What words go with Attractive?

It commonly pairs with be, look, become, extremely, fairly, very, to, be, look, become, extremely, fairly, very, to, be, look, become, extremely, fairly, very, to.

What are common mistakes when using Attractive?

Using 'attractive' to describe non-physical qualities too often. Confusing 'attractive' with 'attracting' when describing events. Using 'most attractive' instead of 'more attractive' when comparing two items.

How do you pronounce Attractive?

US: /["/əˈtræktɪv/"]/, UK: /["/əˈtræktɪv/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Attractive?

Use 'attractive' in neutral contexts, typically for describing people, places, or things. Avoid using it in overly formal situations, as it may seem too casual for professional descriptions.

What CEFR level is Attractive?

"Attractive" is at A2 level on the CEFR scale.