Also means
captivating
Usage Note
Attachant describes a person, animal, or story that draws real affection — something more lasting than merely 'charming.' The feminine form is attachante. French speakers often apply it to a character in a book or film: un personnage vraiment attachant ('a truly endearing character').
Examples
"Ce petit chien est vraiment attachant."
Natural Translation
That little dog is truly endearing.

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