noun

attraction

Translation

attraction, appeal, tourist attraction

The main attraction is the beautiful beach.

I feel a strong attraction to him.

The law of attraction is a popular belief.

((an)) attraction ((for sb.)) a place that people visit for pleasure The museum is a popular attraction.

((an)) attraction ((to/toward sb./sth.)) a feeling of liking sb./sth. She felt an immediate attraction to him.

Synonyms: appeal, charm, draw; Antonyms: repulsion, aversion

From 'attract' + '-ion', a suffix forming nouns of action. The original meaning is 'the act of pulling toward'.

Think of a tourist 'attraction' like a theme park ride. It's something that 'pulls' people toward it.