attractiveness

American  

[uh-trak-tiv-nis] / əˈtræk tɪv nɪs /

noun

1. the quality of being pleasing, charming, or alluring, especially in appearance or manner: floral arrangements judged on quality and attractiveness.

   the attractiveness of his kind smile and mellow voice;

   floral arrangements judged on quality and attractiveness.

2. the capacity to arouse interest or engage one's thought, consideration, etc..

   Rarity has increased these coins’ attractiveness to collectors.

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Other Word Forms

• unattractiveness noun

Etymology

Origin of attractiveness

First recorded in 1620–40; attractive ( def. ) + -ness ( def. )

Example Sentences

The simple attractiveness of the box and the logo, and the consistency in the way cupcakes were decorated, “was inspiring,” she said.

From Los Angeles Times

Finally, there’s another point Paulsen makes about new era stocks’ relative attractiveness.

From MarketWatch

In a departure from recent tournaments, group stage games are being priced based on their attractiveness, rather than at a flat rate.

From BBC

It could even be as trivial as his conventional attractiveness, which is in stark contrast to a typical shooter with an agenda.

From Salon

The concern is that the superficial attractiveness of this product draws in unsuspecting homeowners who expose themselves to longer-term risks.

From MarketWatch

Related Words

• allure