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seductively

seductively

8 6.7
In a way that tries to attract someone romantically
  • adverb
  • /sɪˈdʌk.tɪv.li/
  • NSFW
translation icon : seductoramente
  • The actress looked seductively at the camera, drawing in the audience with her gaze.

You know, like, like centers of power are seductively horrible for history.

Examples

  • Catherine seductively moves closer to Novak, their bodies almost touching, her hands caressing his hair, lips, neck...

    Fiction book (2000)
  • The dark gems looked as fragile as Sembian lace and glistened seductively.

    Fiction book (1992)
  • But she asked all seductively, like, I would love to go for a ride.

  • You all dress so seductively.

  • Austin walks seductively over to the real wet bar and hits a button.

    Fiction book (1999)
  • "It's an original," she whispers seductively, eyes glittering.

    Fiction book (2000)
  • The girl Malkovich across the table looks at him seductively, winks, and talks.

    Fiction book (1999)
  • Kelly swims by Deacon seductively, and he smiles.

    Fiction book (2002)
  • Rod smiles seductively, kisses Stacy, and places his hand back on her knee.

    Fiction book (2000)
  • With the tip of her finger, seductively, she pushed her black, buttonless, boat-top blouse down off one shoulder.

    Fiction book (1994)

Synonyms

tantalizingly
vsseductively
  • US
4 7.4

In a way that tempts you to want something that is hard to get

adds direct intention to tempt sexually or romantically
attractively
vsseductively
3 2.5

In a way that looks nice and makes people notice it

is used when the aim is sexual or romantic temptation
sensually
vsseductively
  • NSFW
3 7.2

In a way that shows strong sexual attraction or physical pleasure

adds a clear intent to attract sexually or romantically
suggestively
vsseductively
  • Offensive
3 7.4

In a way that hints at sexual interest without saying it

is more openly intended to tempt rather than merely imply
erotically
vsseductively
  • NSFW
3 8.2

In a way that shows sexual desire for someone

includes sexual aim but also romantic tempting intent
appealingly
vsseductively
2 3.8

In a way that looks pleasant and attracts people

often carries a more direct sexual or romantic tempting aim
invitingly
vsseductively
1 4.1

Makes people want to come closer

is specifically meant to tempt sexually or romantically
enticingly
vsseductively
1 4.4

In a way that makes someone want something

is specifically aimed at sexual or romantic temptation
flirtatiously
vsseductively
1 6.2

In a playful way that shows romantic interest in someone

is more deliberately aimed at sexual or romantic temptation
sexily
vsseductively
  • NSFW
1 6.2

In a way that looks sexually attractive to others

is aimed at attracting both sexually and romantically
lustfully
vsseductively
  • NSFW
1 6.7

In a way that shows strong desire for sex

is about attracting or tempting rather than raw desire alone
temptingly
vsseductively
1 4.7

In a way that makes someone want it

targets sexual or romantic attraction rather than general lure
salaciously
vsseductively
  • Offensive
1 9.8

In a way that shows too much interest in sexual things

is intended to attract rather than simply pry or offend
alluringly
vsseductively
1 5.9

In a way that is attractive and makes people pay attention

adds an explicit sexual or romantic motive to that attraction
coquettishly
vsseductively
1 9.5

Acting in a playful way to attract someone's attention

is broader, aiming to tempt sexually or romantically rather than tease
fetchingly
vsseductively
1 6.2

In an attractive, charming way that draws positive attention

focuses more on deliberate sexual or romantic tempting intent
enchantingly
vsseductively
1 5.8

In a charming way that delights people and holds their attention

is narrower, specifically aiming to tempt sexually or romantically
beguilingly
vsseductively
1 7.8

In a charming way that may trick someone

is more openly intending to tempt rather than deceive
smokily
vsseductively
  • NSFW
7.3

In a way that is low and rough, making someone feel attracted

focuses more on deliberate attraction rather than voice quality
juicily
vsseductively
  • NSFW
8.4

In a way that shows sexual interest or attraction

is broader, including romantic tempting as well as sexual
smexily
vsseductively
  • NSFW
9.9

To act in a sexy, playful way to attract people

is similar but can be less overtly playful and more tempting
titillatingly
vsseductively
  • NSFW
8.2

In a way that slightly excites interest or curiosity

is more directly meant to attract sexually or romantically
beckoningly
vsseductively
7.5

In a way that invites someone to come closer

adds a sexual or romantic motive to the general invitation
bewitchingly
vsseductively
8.0

In a very charming, almost magical way that attracts people

is less magical and more about intentional sexual or romantic lure

Antonyms

1 7.2

In a way that causes strong disgust or dislike

In a way that looks plain or unpleasant to others

How Seductive

irresistibly
6 3.9
seductively
  • NSFW
8 6.7
alluringly
1 5.9
suggestively
  • Offensive
3 7.4

Surface Forms

seductively positive

Morphology

seductively = seductive (transparent) = seduce + ive + ly

The adverb is formed by straightforwardly adding '-ly' to 'seductive', which itself transparently derives from 'seduce' + '-ive'.

Etymology

Seductively comes from the parts se- meaning 'apart' and ducere meaning 'to lead'. A helpful way to remember it is to imagine 'leading someone apart' from what they planned, so to act seductively is to try to attract or tempt someone toward desire.