😋tantalize

verb
/ˈtæn.tə.laɪz/

Meaning

To tease or torment someone with the promise of something desirable but unattainable.

Example Sentences

The aroma of the bakery tantalized the hungry children.

Example Expressions

tantalize the senses

Synonyms

tease, torment, entice, lure, provoke

Antonyms

satisfy, gratify, please

Collocations

tantalize the senses, tantalize with, tantalize someone

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