allure
/əˈlʊə(r)/ (bre, ipa) · /əˈlʊr/ (ame, ipa) · /ə-ˈlu̇r/ (ame, mw)
allure — 名詞
1. A mysterious quality — coming from beauty, charm, or excitement — that makes a p
魅力；吸引力
吸引人的特質或力量
A mysterious quality — coming from beauty, charm, or excitement — that makes a person, place, or activity feel irresistibly attractive, as though it is gently pulling you toward it.
The allure of bright city lights, busy streets, and better career options drew Wei away from his small hometown.
繁華的都市燈光、熱鬧的街道和更好的職涯選擇，這些城市生活的魅力把 Wei 從他的小鎮家鄉吸引走了。
the allure of [noun phrase] — the attractive pull of something
Fatima could not resist the allure of a bookshop full of old paper.
Fatima 無法抗拒一間充滿舊紙張氣味的書店的魅力。
could not resist the allure of [noun phrase]
For many visitors, the greatest allure of the island is its quiet beaches, where they can rest far from the noise of the city.
對許多遊客來說，這座島嶼最大的魅力在於它寧靜的海灘，讓人得以遠離城市的喧囂。
The fashion brand's allure lies in its simple designs and high-quality materials.
這個時尚品牌的魅力在於它簡約的設計和優質的材質。
Part of the tour guide's allure was the chance to explore ancient temples and share their stories with visitors.
導遊工作的部分魅力在於可以探索古老的寺廟，並向遊客訴說它們的故事。
- charm
more personal and warm; 'allure' suggests a mysterious or exotic pull
- appeal
broader, less intense; 'allure' implies a stronger, almost magnetic attraction
- fascination
focuses on intellectual interest; 'allure' is more about emotional or sensory attraction
- glamour
specifically tied to beauty, fashion, or wealth; 'allure' is wider in scope
- repulsion
the feeling of being strongly put off rather than drawn in
文法句型
the allure of [noun phrase]
possessive + allure
用法筆記
This noun is almost always used in the singular. Although related to the verb 'lure', 'allure' has a softer, more positive connotation of fascination rather than deception.
常見錯誤
allure — 動詞
- allurepresent simple I / you / we / they
- allures3rd person singular
- alluring-ing form
- alluredpast simple
1. To strongly attract or draw someone toward something by being appealing, charmin
吸引；迷住
以迷人特質使人嚮往或感興趣
To strongly attract or draw someone toward something by being appealing, charming, or fascinating — often used when a place, idea, or opportunity pulls people in through its positive qualities.
The Chen family were allured by the promise of warm weather and moved south last year.
Chen 一家被溫暖天氣的承諾所吸引，去年搬到南方去了。
passive: be allured by [noun phrase]
Lena was allured by the thought of spending a whole summer studying pottery in a small French town.
Lena 被在法國小鎮學習陶藝度過整個夏天的念頭深深吸引。
passive: be allured by [noun phrase]
Customers were allured by the warm smell of fresh bread drifting out of the small bakery every morning.
顧客們每天早晨都被小麵包店飄出的溫熱新鮮麵包香氣所吸引。
Amara was allured by the promise of creative freedom at the new design studio.
Amara 被新設計工作室賦予的創作自由所吸引。
Diego was allured by the idea of sailing across the ocean on a small boat.
Diego 被乘小船橫渡海洋的想法所吸引。
- lure
stronger, can imply trickery or deception; 'allure' is softer and more positive
- attract
broader and more neutral; 'allure' suggests a more mysterious or glamorous pull
- tempt
suggests wanting something slightly wrong or risky; 'allure' is less moralising
- entice
similar register, but 'entice' often involves offering something specific
文法句型
allure + direct object
be allured by [noun phrase]
用法筆記
The verb 'allure' is much less common than the noun in modern English; most speakers prefer 'lure', 'attract', or 'tempt' in everyday conversation. The verb is typically found in literary or formal writing. Frequently used in the passive voice ('be allured by').