- Today's Word
AstroLure
[as-troh-loo-er]
Definition
- (noun) This enchanting term combines “Astrology,” the study of celestial bodies’ influence on human affairs, with “Allure,” signifying a powerful and attractive charm. It’s used to describe something or someone that possesses a captivating and cosmic charm.
Example
Imagine encountering a person, a style, or an ambiance that resonates with a captivating and cosmic charm. It’s not just charming; it’s AstroLure. You might say, “The bookstore wasn’t just inviting; it was AstroLure. The celestial-themed decor and mystical books created an atmosphere of enchantment.”
Fun Fact
“Astrology” is the study of celestial bodies’ influence on human affairs, often associated with cosmic insights, while “Allure” signifies a powerful and attractive charm, often linked to fascination and beauty. “AstroLure” creatively combines these concepts to celebrate something or someone that possesses a captivating and cosmic charm.
(noun) Excessive admiration or praise, often to the point of insincerity or obsession.
The celebrity was showered with adulation, though some of it felt more like performance than sincerity.
Late Middle English: from Latin adulatio(n-), from adulari meaning “to fawn upon.”