attract
/əˈtrækt/
CEFR level B1Topic SocietyWord #3081 in the learning path
吸引；引起兴趣
Definitions
v. Make someone interested in or drawn towards something
吸引；引起兴趣
v. Pull something closer through a physical force
吸引靠近
Example
The bright flowers attract butterflies to our small balcony.
鲜艳的花朵把蝴蝶吸引到我们的小阳台上。
Cities that invest in reliable public transport are more likely to attract businesses and skilled workers.
投资建设可靠公共交通的城市更有可能吸引企业和技术人才。
Collocations
- attract attention
- attract tourists
- attract investment
- attract customers
Word family
- attraction (n.)
- attractive (adj.)
- attractively (adv.)
Synonyms
- draw
- entice
Antonyms
- repel
Usage tip
attract是及物动词，直接接人或事物作宾语。
FAQ
- What does attract mean?
- Make someone interested in or drawn towards something Pull something closer through a physical force
- How is attract pronounced?
- UK /əˈtrækt/, US /əˈtrækt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
