English Reference
Adjective

enticing

adj.
B2 Upper Intermediate US /ɛnˈtaɪsɪŋ/ UK /ɛntˈaɪsɪŋ/ en·tic·ing

adj.very attractive or tempting. You use this to describe something that makes you want to have it or do it.

adj.highly attractive or appealing, often by offering some form of pleasure or advantage. Frequently used to describe offers, prospects, or sensory experiences.


SIMPLE

The smell of fresh bread is very enticing.

CONTEXTUAL

The company offered an enticing salary package to attract the best candidates for the role.

COMPLEX

While the initial proposal seemed enticing, a closer inspection of the contract revealed several hidden clauses that made the deal far less favorable than it first appeared.

Usage

Often used predicatively after linking verbs like 'look', 'sound', or 'seem'.

Some marmots are difficult to study because they are wary of researchers' efforts to trap them using wire boxes baited with an enticing mixture of oats and peanut butter, Renkey said.

Phys.org· 21 Aug 2026

A cute, enticing picture book full of mouthwatering, pastel-hued treats.

The Guardian· 22 May 2026
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Level B2 · Upper Intermediate
Frequency Occasional
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