Synonyms for

Woo

Verb / wu: / Another word for woo — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To try to win someone's love or affection.

Synonyms & similar words

romance court solicit court charm entice seduce cajole allure attract beguile sweet-talk persuade coax captivate enchant fascinate mesmerize spellbind enamor romance

Synonyms by register

Formal

court pursue solicit endeavor

Informal

hit on chat up make a play for chase

Literary

serenade wooing

Antonyms

repel disgust offend alienate discourage reject

Common collocations

  • woo a lover
  • woo a customer
  • woo voters
  • woo support
  • woo investors
  • woo a spouse
  • woo someone away

Word family

noun wooer
verb woo

Usage note

Primarily used to describe attempts to win someone's affection or support. Can sometimes sound a bit old-fashioned or overly formal depending on the context.

Example sentences

  1. He tried to woo her with a song he wrote.
  2. She was wooed by his sense of humor.
  3. He wooed her with his cooking skills.
  4. The company is trying to woo new customers with a discount offer.
  5. He wooed her for months before she finally agreed to go out with him.

Quotes

  • I'd rather woo a woman with my intellect than my wallet.
  • The art of wooing is not just about flowers and chocolates, it's about showing genuine interest and care.
  • Wooing is like a dance, you have to know when to step forward and when to step back.

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