Attract — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ə-ˈtrakt/ at·tract

Meaning & Definition of Attract

Attract (verb)

  1. to cause to approach or adhere
  2. to pull to or draw toward oneself or itself
  3. to draw by appeal to natural or excited interest, emotion, or aesthetic sense, entice

Attract (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to engage the attention of

    "The park's natural wonders attract many tourists."

    "The blackbird puts on a colorful display in its attempt to attract a mate."

    similar: draw, entice, interest, allure, bewitch, captivate, charm, enchant, fascinate, carry away, dazzle, enrapture, entrance, enthrall, ravish, transport, hypnotize, mesmerize, absorb, bemuse, busy, catch up, engross, enwrap, grip, immerse, intrigue, involve, occupy, bias, color, inspire, stir, engage, affect, impact, impress, influence, move, reach, strike, sway, tell (on), touch
    opposite: deter, discourage, dissuade, bore, jade, pall, tire, weary, underwhelm

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Attract

The most common words with a similar meaning to Attract:

draw, entice, interest, allure, bewitch, captivate, charm, enchant, fascinate, carry away, dazzle, enrapture, entrance, enthrall, ravish, transport, hypnotize, mesmerize, absorb, bemuse, busy, catch up, engross, enwrap, grip, immerse, intrigue, involve, occupy, bias, color, inspire, stir, engage, affect, impact, impress, influence, move, reach

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Attract

Words with the opposite meaning of Attract:

deter, discourage, dissuade, bore, jade, pall, tire, weary, underwhelm

Word Forms of Attract

Inflections: attracted, attracting, attracts

Derived words: attractor (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Attract

Middle English attracten, borrowed from Latin attractus, past participle of attrahere "to draw with force, drag toward, compel to come," from ad- ad- + trahere "to drag, draw, take along" abstract:1

First known use: 15th centuryt

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Attract

Words & Phrases Containing Attract

opposites attract, attract/get someone's attention

Frequently Asked Questions about Attract

What does "Attract" mean?

"Attract" means to cause to approach or adhere. As a verb, it is defined as: to cause to approach or adhere.

What is another word for "Attract"?

Other words for "Attract" include draw, entice, interest, allure, bewitch, captivate, charm and enchant. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Attract" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Attract"?

There are 44 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Attract". Common alternatives include draw, entice, interest, allure, bewitch, captivate, charm, enchant, fascinate and carry away.

What is the opposite of "Attract"?

Antonyms of "Attract" include deter, discourage, dissuade, bore, jade, pall, tire and weary.

How do you use "Attract" in a sentence?

Examples of "Attract" in a sentence: "The park's natural wonders attract many tourists."; "The blackbird puts on a colorful display in its attempt to attract a mate.".

Is "Attract" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Attract" is a verb.

Is "Attract" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B1-level word, "Attract" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.

How do you pronounce "Attract"?

"Attract" is pronounced /ə-ˈtrakt/ and divided into syllables as at·tract.