1. attractive and inviting; appearing to offer something desirable

1. present participle of beckon; making a gesture to encourage someone to come closer or follow
Usage: present participle form

Examples

• She stood in the doorway, beckoning him to come inside.
• The teacher was beckoning the students to gather around her desk.
• The beckoning lights of the city drew travelers from miles away.
• A beckoning smile spread across her face as she waved.
• The beckoning aroma of fresh bread filled the bakery.
• He ignored the beckoning call of his friends and continued studying.
• The beckoning ocean waves made it hard to resist a swim.