n.
Function: transitive verb
Inflected Form: lured ; lur · ing
Date: 14th century
1 : to recall or exercise (a hawk) by means of a lure
2 : to draw with a hint of pleasure or gain : attract actively and strongly
synonyms LURE , ENTICE , INVEIGLE , DECOY , TEMPT , SEDUCE mean to lead astray from one's true course. LURE implies a drawing into danger, evil, or difficulty through attracting and deceiving < lured naive investors with get-rich-quick schemes>. ENTICE suggests drawing by artful or adroit means <advertising designed to entice new customers>. INVEIGLE implies enticing by cajoling or flattering <fund-raisers inveigling wealthy alumni>. DECOY implies a luring into entrapment by artifice <attempting to decoy the enemy into an ambush>. TEMPT implies the presenting of an attraction so strong that it overcomes the restraints of conscience or better judgment < tempted by the offer of money>. SEDUCE implies a leading astray by persuasion or false promises < seduced by assurances of assistance>.