Meaning & use

come-hither

adjective·Advanced

Deliberately flirtatious or inviting, especially describing a look or expression.

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She gave him a come-hither glance from across the crowded room.

The actress was famous for her come-hither smile in old films.

A note on using this word

Come-hither is almost always used to describe a look, smile, or glance rather than a person's whole personality.

Words with a similar meaning

flirtatiousalluring

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