sirenic

[ sahy-ren-ik ]

adjective

1. of or characteristic of a siren; melodious, tempting, or alluring.

Other Words From

• si·ren·i·cal·ly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of sirenic¹

First recorded in 1695–1705; siren + -ic

Example Sentences

He hands the patron a ticket marked 45 and at the same instant screams in a sirenic and incredulous voice, "Fawty-fi'."

From Project Gutenberg

One has heard this yarn of a “sirenic cry” before, of other species, for it is a very common myth.

From Project Gutenberg

Related Words

• alluring
• beguiling
• captivating
• charming
• endearing
• intriguing
• lovely
• pleasant
• ravishing
• winsome