lockend
Translation
tempting, alluring, enticing, luring
Examples
Das Angebot war sehr lockend.
The offer was very tempting.
Sie hatte ein lockendes Lächeln.
She had an alluring smile.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) a tempting ~ Ein lockendes Angebot.
((sth.)) is tempting ~ is tempting The smile was tempting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verlockend, verführerisch; Antonyms: abstoßend, abschreckend
Etymology
Present participle of the verb 'locken' (to lure, entice). The '-end' suffix functions adjectivally.
Memory Tips
Think of something that 'locks' your attention and lures you in. Or picture alluring curly hair (Locke).