prepossessing — attractive or appealing in appearance; creating a favorable impression at first sight
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: attractive or appealing in appearance; creating a favorable impression at first sight
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌpriːpəˈzesɪŋ/
Example Sentences
- Despite his nerdy glasses, he had a prepossessing charm that made all the librarians blush.
- The restaurant's prepossessing décor immediately attracted customers from the street.
- Her prepossessing voice on the phone convinced me to buy insurance I didn't even need.
prepossessing
ADJECTIVE[/ˌpriːpəˈzesɪŋ/]
attractive or appealing in appearance; creating a favorable impression at first sight
a stylishly dressed woman with a warm smile steps through the coffee shop doorway, her appearance neat and inviting. She carries herself with natural grace while holding the door open for someone behind her. As she enters, other customers immediately turn their heads toward her with friendly expressions. The barista behind the counter smiles broadly and waves in greeting. Several patrons sitting at nearby tables look up from their drinks with pleased, welcoming faces. someone who is attractive and appealing in appearance, creating a favorable impression at first sight
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'praepossidere' meaning 'to occupy beforehand.' The idea is that something prepossessing captures or 'occupies' your mind favorably before you even get to know it well.
Breakdown
prae- (before/in advance) + possess (to occupy or hold) + -ing (adjective suffix meaning 'having the quality of')
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📝Examples
“Despite his nerdy glasses, he had a prepossessing charm that made all the librarians blush.”
“The restaurant's prepossessing décor immediately attracted customers from the street.”
“Her prepossessing voice on the phone convinced me to buy insurance I didn't even need.”
“The candidate's prepossessing demeanor helped him win over the interview panel.”
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