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Lure
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Simple meaning
What does Lure mean?
Lure means to attract or tempt.
Dictionary definition
To attract or tempt someone or something; also, something used to attract.
Example sentences
Lure in a sentence
easy
Bright flowers can lure bees.
medium
The smell of fresh bread lured us into the bakery.
hard
Writers may use lure to show how something attracts attention or action.
Synonyms
Words like Lure
attractto draw interest or attention
temptto make someone want to do something
Antonyms
Opposite words
repelto push away or keep away
discourageto make someone less likely to do something
Word family
Lure word family
Base word
lure
verb
lure
To attract or tempt.
verb
lured
Attracted or tempted in the past.
verb
luring
Attracting or tempting now.
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Practice 1
What does lure mean?
Lure means to attract or tempt.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to lure?
Lure and attract are close in meaning.
Practice 3
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This sentence uses lure with its correct meaning.
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