godan verb (-ku), intransitive verb
to be alluring; to be captivating; to brim with feminine charm
Describes a woman who exudes a mature, attractive charm; often implies a subtle, elegant sexiness rather than overt seduction.
彼女は年を重ねるごとに艶めいてきた。
She has become more alluring as she has aged.
その女優の艶めく姿に観客
The audience was captivated by the actress's alluring appearance.
yodan verb with 'ku' ending (archaic), intransitive verb
to look young and fresh; to be elegant and refined; to have a calm and composed appearance
Archaic senses; used in classical literature to describe youthful freshness, elegance, or a serene demeanor. Not used in modern everyday Japanese.
古典では、若者が艶めく様子を「なまめく」と表現することがある。
In classical texts, the youthful and fresh appearance of a young person is sometimes described as なまめく.