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
  • Homebuyers are often eager to research neighborhood characteristics like access to shopping, school quality, or crime rates because these factors impact liveability, desirability, and safety, and the same logic should apply to researching climate risks.
    Daryl Fairweather, Forbes, 29 Oct. 2024
  • Beccari estimated that Vuitton hosted a few thousand top clients during the Louis Vuitton and America’s Cup races, and that such affiliations increase the desirability of the brand.
    Miles Socha, WWD, 20 Oct. 2024
Definition of desirability
Noun
  • In Minnesota, companies offering veteran benefit services or appeal services are required by law to disclose this fact before accepting payment from a veteran.
    Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 8 Nov. 2024
  • Love them or hate them, Apple’s peripherals have a distinctive visual appeal, and that’s especially true of the Magic Trackpad.
    PCMAG, PCMAG, 7 Nov. 2024
Definition of appeal
Noun
  • Just as the Strip cuts through Las Vegas, Sheikh Zayed Road runs through the heart of Dubai and many of the city's major leisure attractions are a stone's throw away from it.
    Caroline Reid, Forbes, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Raven is currently developing a number of projects including an adaptation Disney’s MAIN STREET, USA attraction for D+ and the ORACLE audio book series for Amazon.
    Katie Campione, Deadline, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of attraction
Noun
  • Even the rising wellness industry seems to be unable to dent the glamour and power a cigarette can radiate in some circles.
    Hikmat Mohammed, WWD, 5 Nov. 2024
  • The diamond district, three narrow streets near the train station, doesn’t exactly reflect the glamour and glitter of the finished product.
    Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 31 Oct. 2024
Definition of glamour
Noun
  • Born on TikTok, this is an ideal choice for fall/winter thanks to its cool undertones; deep berry hues offer a hint of blue that adds a head-turning pop to any autumnal beauty look.
    Beatrice Zocchi, Vogue, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Yet, one of the beauty references for his 40th anniversary show dated almost 70 years before: ‘60s lashes seen on Diana Ross and The Supremes.
    India Espy-Jones, Essence, 5 Nov. 2024
Definition of beauty
Noun
  • Years after dazzling in primetime by covering herself in fake blood, Gaga had graced the Oscars stage with utmost elegance, capable of evolving her talents and becoming a stately pop spokeswoman.
    Jason Lipshutz, Billboard, 5 Nov. 2024
  • Many of her items feature Swarovski crystals, which enhance their elegance and appeal.
    Angela Chan-Danisi, Forbes, 4 Nov. 2024
Definition of elegance
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