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LURE

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Lure.

How to pronounce lure:

Def 1 US

Lure - as a noun

Qualities that attract by seeming to promise some kind of reward

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
come-onenticement14

Anything that serves as an enticement

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bait6come-onhook11sweetener12

Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
bait6decoy11
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
device12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Lure - as a verb

Provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion

Example: "He lured me into temptation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
entice8tempt9
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
provoke16stimulate11
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The fisherman used a shiny lure to catch the trout."
"The advertisement displayed an irresistible lure to attract customers."
"The hunter set up a hidden lure to attract the deer."
"The street performer used a captivating lure to gather a crowd."
"The treasure map was the ultimate lure for adventurous souls."
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Word Game Points

Is LURE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lure is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LURE has a SCRABBLE points total of 4.

Is LURE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lure is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LURE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 6.

Is LURE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lure is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LURE has a WORDFEUD points total of 5.

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