sex appeal

noun

Definition of sex appealnext
as in desirability
the quality of being sexually attractive The handsome singer had no shortage of sex appeal.

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  1. desirability
  2. appeal
  3. attraction
  4. glamour
  5. beauty
  6. elegance
Noun
  • But what may be more important is that the peak of desirability of luxury brands in general may be behind us.
    Richard Kestenbaum, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
  • E-commerce is a fast-growing vertical, too, and the sales data has been helping the brand to understand the desirability of its product in various markets.
    Tianwei Zhang, WWD, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of desirability
Noun
  • Their inherently bland nature only contributes to their broad appeal, making tenders the perfect vessel for an infinite number of seasonings and condiments.
    Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 16 Dec. 2024
  • Per the outlet, the ruling was later reversed by a district court of appeal, on the basis that a tax rebate in a 1996 Disney expansion deal passed by the Anaheim City Council.
    Raja Krishnamoorthi, Newsweek, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of appeal
Noun
  • The $11 million area will feature new rides, attractions and dining options along with themes that showcase the park's Kentucky roots.
    Killian Baarlaer, The Courier-Journal, 26 Dec. 2024
  • In the busiest shopping period of the year, between Black Friday and Christmas, customers were enticed to sign up for Amazon Prime with the attraction of live Premier League through their streaming platform.
    Philip Buckingham, The Athletic, 25 Dec. 2024
Definition of attraction
Noun
  • This year, Jennifer Lawrence has redefined mom-to-be fashion—bringing impeccable glamour to the red carpet as her baby bump continues to grow.
    Christian Allaire, Vogue, 27 Dec. 2024
  • The Four Seasons Hotel Boston, a 2023 World's Best Awards winner, offers unrivaled glamour in one of Boston's most prestigious neighborhoods.
    Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 25 Dec. 2024
Definition of glamour
Noun
  • Following the holiday season, the beauty and flaws of relationships and connections are magnified, encouraging everyone to reflect.
    Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 17 Dec. 2024
  • For yourself or someone else, a look at the best new beauty products to consider as 2024 comes to a close.
    Kiana Murden, Vogue, 16 Dec. 2024
Definition of beauty
Noun
  • The Shiz student who will become The Good Witch has a kind of classical elegance — Hannon says she was inspired by Princess Grace, particularly with Grande’s hair — and skin that is opalescent.
    Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Meanwhile, at Four Seasons Santa Fe, the introduction of Seraphim Social Beverages—two nonalcoholic red wines—brings a similar level of elegance to the Southwest.
    Jordi Lippe-McGraw, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
Definition of elegance
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