Beckon

Pronunciation: /ˈbɛkən/

Beckon (verb)

  1. to use your hand or head to signal someone to come closer.
  2. to seem attractive or interesting, making someone want to come closer.

Examples

  • She beckoned him to follow her quietly.
  • The teacher beckoned the students to gather around.

Common collocations: beckon someone over, beckon with a hand, beckon with charm, beckon irresistibly

Synonyms of Beckon

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Beckon

  • — when not acknowledging or responding