Luring and Shocking

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Luring adjective - Having an often mysterious or magical power to attract.

Usage example: the luring sight of sparkling gemstones in a jewelry-store window

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Shocking is an antonym for luring.

Nearby Words: lure, lured

Shocking adjective - Causing a strong emotional reaction because of unexpectedness.

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Luring is an antonym for shocking.

Nearby Words: shock, shocked, shockingly, shocker

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