seductiveness

IPA/sɪˈdʌktɪvnəs/
IPA/sɪˈdʌktɪvnəs/

seductiveness — 名詞

1. the quality of being sexually alluring, so that other people feel drawn to you a

1.名詞C1
釋義

性感魅力

性感且令人著迷的特質

the quality of being sexually alluring, so that other people feel drawn to you and desire you in a physical or romantic way

例句

Aoi's natural seductiveness came through in her slow smile and relaxed way of moving.

Aoi 的自然性感魅力來自她緩慢的微笑和放鬆的肢體動作。

uncountable noun describing personal sexual appeal

In the film, the dancer moved with a seductiveness that held the audience completely silent.

在那部電影中，舞者以性感魅力舞動，讓全場觀眾為之屏息。

同義詞
  • sex appeal

    more direct and commonly used in everyday speech

  • allure

    slightly more literary, can also carry a mysterious quality

  • desirability

    focuses more on being wanted rather than actively attracting

反義詞

文法句型

the seductiveness of [someone]

用法筆記

Describes a person's physical or sexual appeal. Often has a slightly literary tone in written English and is less common in everyday conversation than simpler terms like 'sex appeal'.

常見錯誤

❌Her seductiveness made everyone at the office want to be her friend.
✅Her warmth and friendly nature made everyone at the office want to be her friend.
💡'seductiveness' implies romantic or sexual attraction, not general friendliness.

2. a quality that makes an idea, an offer, or a plan seem so attractive that people

2.名詞C1
釋義

誘惑力

引人想嘗試或相信的吸引力

a quality that makes an idea, an offer, or a plan seem so attractive that people feel strongly tempted to accept it or try it

例句

The seductiveness of the vacation deal made Nikhil book the trip without checking his bank account.

那個度假方案的誘惑力讓 Nikhil 連銀行餘額都沒查就訂了行程。

pattern: seductiveness of [offer/deal]

Tyler was aware of the dangerous seductiveness of the idea that he could win without working.

Tyler 很清楚那種不勞而獲想法的危險誘惑力。

collocation: dangerous seductiveness

同義詞
  • appeal

    broader and less intense than 'seductiveness', suitable for everyday use

  • allure

    carries a sense of mystery or attraction that is hard to resist

  • fascination

    focuses on a quality that captures deep interest rather than temptation

反義詞

文法句型

the seductiveness of [noun phrase]

the seductiveness of [verb]-ing

用法筆記

Used for abstract things such as ideas, promises, offers, or lifestyles. Often paired with adjectives like 'dangerous', 'strange', or 'powerful' to indicate a compelling force that may not be entirely sensible.

常見錯誤

❌The seductiveness of the colour blue makes it popular.
✅The appeal of the colour blue makes it popular.
💡'seductiveness' implies a compelling, almost irresistible quality, not just simple attractiveness.
❌I was drawn to the seductiveness of her kindness.
✅I was drawn to her kindness.
💡'seductiveness' suggests a tempting or alluring quality, not gentle personal virtues.