prepossessing

(verb) possess beforehand. Synonyms: prepossess.

(verb) cause to be preoccupied. Synonyms: prepossess. Example: "The idea of his failure prepossesses him."

(verb) make a positive impression (on someone) beforehand. Synonyms: prepossess. Example: "A prepossessing appearance."

(verb) influence (somebody's) opinion in advance. Synonyms: prejudice, prepossess.

(adj) creating a favorable impression. Example: "Strong and vigorous and of prepossessing appearance."