Definition

In a way that attracts or tempts someone to do something.

Example

The advertisement luringly promised a luxurious vacation for a low price.

Conversation

Did you see that new dessert place downtown?

Yeah, I've heard their pastries look luringly delicious!

We should definitely check it out this weekend.

Absolutely! I can't resist trying something that tempting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Luringly → It is formed from "lure" (from Old French *leurre*, meaning to entice or attract) and "-ingly" (a suffix used to form adverbs indicating manner). The word "luringly" means in a manner that entices or attracts.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'lure' which means to attract or entice, and remember that 'luringly' describes doing something in an enticing way.

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