at·trac·tion /əˈtrækʃən/ ●●○ W3 noun 1 [countableC, uncountableU]ATTRACT a feeling of liking someone, especially in a sexual way 喜爱,喜欢;〔尤指两性间的〕爱慕 The attraction between them was almost immediate. 他们几乎是一见钟情。
2 [countableC]INTERESTING something interesting or enjoyable to see or do 吸引人之物,有魅力之物,诱惑物 The beautiful beaches are the island’s main attraction (=most popular place, activity etc). 美丽的海滩是这个岛上的主要魅力所在。
tourist attraction (=a place that many tourists visit) 旅游景点
3 [countableC, uncountableU]ADVANTAGE a feature or quality that makes something seem interesting or enjoyable 吸引力,诱惑力attraction of Being your own boss is one of the attractions of owning your own business. 自己当老板是自己开公司的诱惑力之一。
4 HP[countableC, uncountableU] technical a force which makes things move together or stay together 吸引力 the gravitational attraction between the Earth and the Moon 地月引力
n COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 2: something interesting or enjoyable to see or doADJECTIVES/NOUN + attractionthe main attractionThe lovely countryside is obviously the main attraction for visitors.
the star attraction (=someone or something that many people want to see)The former president was the star attraction of the conference.
a popular attractionThe zoo is by far the most popular attraction.
a big/major attractionThe ducks and geese are a big attraction to children.
a special attractionA special attraction is the tropical greenhouse.
a tourist attractionThe British Museum is one of London’s most popular tourist attractions.
a visitor attractionThe park will be a new visitor attraction for the town.
verbsbe/become/prove an attractionThe organisers hope the event will become an annual attraction.
n THESAURUS – Meaning 3: a feature or quality that makes something seem interesting or enjoyableattraction noun [countableC, uncountableU] a feature or quality that makes people like, want, or feel interested in somethingThe excitement is part of the attraction of the job.
For many mothers, the attraction of childcare in the workplace is the chance to be near their children.
The idea of living in another country does have a certain attraction.
appeal noun [countableC, uncountableU] a quality that makes people like something or someoneMuch of Corfu’s appeal lies in its lively night life.
I don’t understand the appeal of this kind of music.
the lure of something noun [singular] a very attractive quality that makes you want something very much – often used about something that has a bad effect or influenceIt’s hard to resist the lure of credit cards and easy money.
The lure of urban life is especially powerful for the young.
charm noun [countableC, uncountableU] a pleasant quality that someone or something has that makes people like them, feel attracted to them, or be influenced by themHe was physically attractive and possessed considerable personal charm.
The book captures Savannah’s old Southern charm perfectly.
glamour noun [uncountableU] the attractive and exciting quality that is connected with wealth and successthe glamour of Monte Carlo
Hollywood glamour
The world of modelling is famous for its glitz and glamour.
draw noun [singular] something that makes people want to do something or go somewhere The money is a big draw for many players.
The island’s main draw is its wonderful beaches.