Meaning & use

attraction

noun·Everyday

A quality or feeling that draws people toward someone or something, or a place people visit for enjoyment.

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There was an immediate attraction between the two old friends when they met again after years apart.

The amusement park's newest attraction drew long lines of visitors all summer.

A note on using this word

Attraction can describe an emotional or physical pull between people, or, separately, a place or exhibit built to entertain visitors.

Words with a similar meaning

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Words with an opposite meaning

repulsion

Another way to use it

2. noun

A place, event, or feature that draws visitors because it is interesting or entertaining.

The waterfall is the region's biggest tourist attraction.

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