opposites attract

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Meaning · English

People are drawn to others who have different or complementary traits, personalities, or characteristics.

Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt

Những người thường bị thu hút bởi người khác có đặc điểm, tính cách hoặc đặc trưng khác biệt hoặc bổ sung

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Where it’s used: Used American English
Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Common questions

What does “opposites attract” mean?

People are drawn to others who have different or complementary traits, personalities, or characteristics.

Is “opposites attract” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.