🗣️blandishment

noun
/ˈblændɪʃmənt/

Meaning

flattering or pleasing statement or action used to persuade someone gently

Example Sentences

She used every blandishment to win his support.

Synonyms

flattery, cajolery, praise, coaxing

Antonyms

criticism, insult

Collocations

sweet blandishments, blandishment of words, use blandishment

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