Attraction — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ə-ˈtrak-shən/ at·trac·tion

Meaning & Definition of Attraction

Attraction (noun)

  1. the act, process, or power of attracting
  2. personal charm
  3. the action or power of drawing forth a response, an attractive quality

Attraction (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something that attracts interest

    "a park with the world's fastest roller coaster and other attractions"

    similar: draw, lodestone, magnet
    related: capital, center, cynosure, epicenter, mecca, pole, polestar, allure, allurement, bait, enticement, fascination, lure, temptation, turn-on, appeal, call, incentive, inducement, persuasion, spur, stimulus, curiosity, sight(s), spectacle

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Attraction

The most common words with a similar meaning to Attraction:

draw, lodestone, magnet

Related Words for Attraction

capital, center, cynosure, epicenter, mecca, pole, polestar, allure, allurement, bait, enticement, fascination, lure, temptation, turn-on, appeal, call, incentive, inducement, persuasion, spur, stimulus, curiosity, sight(s), spectacle

Origin & Etymology of Attraction

Middle English attraccioun "(in medicine) drawing of diseased matter to the surface, extraction," borrowed from Anglo-French & Late Latin; Anglo-French atraction "(in medicine) drawing in of breath, suction," borrowed from Late Latin attractiōn-, attractiō "act of attracting or contracting" (Medieval Latin also "drawing towards, enticement, usurpation"), from Latin attrac-, variant stem of attrahere "to draw with force, compel to come" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action attract

First known use: circa 1575

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Attraction

Words & Phrases Containing Attraction

capillary attraction, star attraction

Frequently Asked Questions about Attraction

What does "Attraction" mean?

"Attraction" means the act, process, or power of attracting. As a noun, it is defined as: the act, process, or power of attracting.

What is another word for "Attraction"?

Other words for "Attraction" include draw, lodestone and magnet. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Attraction" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Attraction"?

There are 28 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Attraction". Common alternatives include draw, lodestone and magnet.

How do you use "Attraction" in a sentence?

Examples of "Attraction" in a sentence: "a park with the world's fastest roller coaster and other attractions".

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

"Attraction" is a noun.

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

As a B1-level word, "Attraction" 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 "Attraction"?

"Attraction" is pronounced /ə-ˈtrak-shən/ and divided into syllables as at·trac·tion.

What is the origin of the word "Attraction"?

"Attraction" comes from Middle English attraccioun "(in medicine) drawing of diseased matter to the surface, extraction," borrowed from Anglo-French & Late Latin; Anglo-French atraction "(in medicine) drawing in of breath, suction," borrowed from Late Latin attractiōn-, attractiō "act of attracting or contracting" (Medieval Latin also "drawing towards, enticement, usurpation"), from Latin attrac-, variant stem of attrahere "to draw with force, compel to come" + -tiōn-, -tiō, suffix of verbal action attract. First known use: circa 1575.