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attractively

adverb

Simple meaning

In a beautiful way.

Pronunciation

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uhtraktihvlee

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ətˈɹæktɪvli

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Definition

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adverb

  1. In an attractive manner; with the power of attracting or drawing to.

  2. In a beautiful manner

Word at a Glance

Difficulty
C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Rare
Typical Use
Primarily written

Word Aura™

How this word commonly comes across.

This meaning: In an attractive manner; with the power of attracting or drawing to.

Used this way, attractively is a reasonably familiar word with a mildly favourable edge. It usually sounds natural in a wide range of settings.

Emotional tone
Slightly positive
Formality
Neutral
Intensity
Moderate
How common
Moderately common
Connotation
Positive and appreciative
Usage feel
Neutral and straightforward

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Word Family

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Inflected forms

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  • attractiveadjectiveBase word

    Pleasing to the eye or mind especially through beauty or charm.

Word family

Words built from the same root.

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Antonyms

Sense: in an attractive manner

unattractivelyRare

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