How Do You Spell ALLURE?

Pronunciation: [ɐlˈʊ͡ə] (IPA)

Allure is spelled with the letter "u," despite the absence of a "u" sound in its pronunciation. The word is pronounced "uh-loor" (əˈlʊr) and is used to describe an enticing or attractive quality. The "u" in this case functions as a vowel, as it follows the initial consonant "L" and precedes the sound of the letter "R." The word's unusual spelling is just one example of the many complexities of the English language.

ALLURE Meaning and Definition

  1. Allure is a noun that refers to the power or quality of being attractive, intriguing, or fascinating, often implied by charm or personal magnetism. It is the appeal, temptation, or enticement that someone or something holds over others, captivating their interest or desire. This term implies the ability to effortlessly captivate or seduce others through an irresistible charm or beauty, often leading to enchantment or infatuation.

    The allure of someone can be physical, stemming from their appearance, grace, or magnetism, or it can be more abstract, based on their intelligence, wit, or charisma. Similarly, inanimate objects or abstract concepts can possess allure, by having an innate quality or characteristic that draws people towards them. For example, a mysterious painting may have an allure that entices art enthusiasts, or a foreign country may have an allure that attracts travelers craving adventure.

    The word "allure" also extends beyond the realm of personal attraction and can describe the power or attraction of something that is alluring itself. It can suggest a tempting quality that draws people towards it or a seductive characteristic that can be hard to resist. The allure of fame, wealth, or success, for instance, may tempt individuals into pursuing their dreams or taking risks in hopes of achieving such desires.

    Overall, allure encompasses the idea of an irresistible appeal, possessing an innate ability to attract and captivate others, whether it be through personal charm, beauty, or the allure of certain objects or ideas.

  2. To tempt by the offer of something good; to entice, in a good or bad sense.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of ALLURE

The word "allure" originated from the Old French word "alurer", which meant "to attract" or "to entice". It was derived from the combination of the prefix "a-" (meaning "to" or "toward") and the verb "lurer" (meaning "to entice" or "to deceive"). This Old French word, in turn, can be traced back to the Latin word "lure" meaning "a snare" or "a noose", which is related to the verb "ludere" meaning "to play" or "to deceive". This connection showcases how the concept of allure has evolved over time, initially associated with the act of enticing or captivating someone, but rooted in the idea of deception or being caught in a trap.

Similar spelling words for ALLURE

Plural form of ALLURE is ALLURES

Conjugate verb Allure

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have allured
you would have allured
he/she/it would have allured
we would have allured
they would have allured
I would have allure
you would have allure
he/she/it would have allure
we would have allure
they would have allure

CONDITIONAL PERFECT PROGRESSIVE

I would have been alluring
you would have been alluring
he/she/it would have been alluring
we would have been alluring
they would have been alluring

CONDITIONAL PRESENT

I would allure
you would allure
he/she/it would allure
we would allure
they would allure

CONDITIONAL PRESENT PROGRESSIVE

I would be alluring
you would be alluring
he/she/it would be alluring
we would be alluring
they would be alluring

FUTURE

I will allure
you will allure
he/she/it will allure
we will allure
they will allure

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be alluring
you will be alluring
he/she/it will be alluring
we will be alluring
they will be alluring

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have allured
you will have allured
he/she/it will have allured
we will have allured
they will have allured

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been alluring
you will have been alluring
he/she/it will have been alluring
we will have been alluring
they will have been alluring

IMPERATIVE

you allure
we let´s allure

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to allure

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was alluring
you were alluring
he/she/it was alluring
we were alluring
they were alluring

PAST PARTICIPLE

allured

PAST PERFECT

I had allured
you had allured
he/she/it had allured
we had allured
they had allured

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been alluring
you had been alluring
he/she/it had been alluring
we had been alluring
they had been alluring

PRESENT

I allure
you allure
he/she/it allures
we allure
they allure

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am alluring
you are alluring
he/she/it is alluring
we are alluring
they are alluring

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

alluring

PRESENT PERFECT

I have allured
you have allured
he/she/it has allured
we have allured
they have allured

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been alluring
you have been alluring
he/she/it has been alluring
we have been alluring
they have been alluring

PRESENT SUBJUNCTIVE

he/she/it allure

SIMPLE PAST

I allured
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he/she/it allured
we allured
they allured

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