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attract
[ uh-trakt ]
verb (used with object)
- to draw by a physical force causing or tending to cause to approach, adhere, or unite; pull ( repel ):
The gravitational force of the earth attracts smaller bodies to it.
- to draw by appealing to the emotions or senses, by stimulating interest, or by exciting admiration; allure; invite:
to attract attention; to attract admirers by one's charm.
verb (used without object)
- to possess or exert the power of attraction.
attract
/ əˈٰæ /
verb
- to draw (notice, a crowd of observers, etc) to oneself by conspicuous behaviour or appearance (esp in the phrase attract attention )
- also intr to exert a force on (a body) that tends to cause an approach or oppose a separation
the gravitational pull of the earth attracts objects to it
- to possess some property that pulls or draws (something) towards itself
jam attracts wasps
- also intr to exert a pleasing, alluring, or fascinating influence (upon); be attractive (to)
Derived Forms
- ˈٰٲ, adjective
- ˈٰٴǰ, noun
Other 51Թ Forms
- ·ٰa· adjective
- ·ٰa··ness noun
- ·ٰiԲ· adverb
- ·ٰtǰ ·ٰİ noun
- a·ٰ verb (used with object)
- un·ٰa· adjective
- ܲa·ٰĻ adjective
- ܲa·ٰiԲ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of attract1
Example Sentences
The government sell bonds - essentially an IOU - to raise money from financial markets and these are viewed as a safe investment, meaning the US normally does not need to offer high rates to attract buyers.
In a silver lining for U.S. entertainment production, a softer U.S. dollar could make it more expensive to film overseas, including in Europe, which has been attracting film and TV shoots for years.
Smith’s dog Cola was fascinated by butterflies and always stopped to look at the monarchs attracted to the milkweed in Strong’s front yard.
The Indian government is keen to attract such investment, hoping it will raise standards in the footwear industry and boost exports.
"I'm quite a caregiver by nature, and that attracts boys who need a lot of help, or are very insecure," the singer reflects.
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