| abstract |
to attract the attention of; divert. [1/13 definitions] |
| ahem |
a sound as of clearing the throat, used to attract notice, express doubt, or fill in a pause. |
| ahoy |
a word used as a greeting to attract the attention of sailors on a ship. |
| allure |
to attract strongly by appealing to people's inner wishes; tempt. [2/3 definitions] |
| appeal |
to attract or inspire interest. [1/6 definitions] |
| arrest |
to attract and keep hold of. [1/4 definitions] |
| attractive |
having qualities that attract people. |
| bait |
food used to attract and catch fish or animals. [1/4 definitions] |
| beckon |
to attract or draw toward; invite. [1/3 definitions] |
| box office |
the power of a show or its performers to attract an audience. [1/3 definitions] |
| call |
to attract. [2/22 definitions] |
| catch |
to get the attention of; attract. [1/13 definitions] |
| charm |
the ability to attract, delight, and please. [2/4 definitions] |
| chum2 |
chopped or ground bait dumped or scattered into water to attract fish. [1/3 definitions] |
| cut a wide swath |
to attract considerable attention; make a big impression. |
| decoy |
something used to attract animals or people into danger. Wooden decoys in the shape of birds or animals are often used by hunters to lead animals into a trap. [1/2 definitions] |
| draw |
to cause to come near; attract. [1/8 definitions] |
| electronegative |
having the ability to attract electrons in order to form a chemical bond. [1/2 definitions] |
| engaging |
able to attract and hold one's interest; charming; pleasing; attractive. |
| exhibitionism |
the practice of purposely behaving so as to attract attention. [1/2 definitions] |
| fascinate |
to attract and hold the attention and interest of (a person or animal). |