tantalization
Torment by nearness
Tantalization is the act of tempting someone with something desirable but keeping it just out of reach.
The word derives from the myth of Tantalus, condemned to stand in water beneath fruit trees—both receding whenever he reached for them.
The tantalization of the dessert menu was unbearable while dieting.
Urge toward the unwise
- enticementSomething that attracts
- seductionEnticing someone romantically
- allureAttractive, tempting quality
- lureThing that tempts
attraction · appeal · fascination · magnetism · captivation · enchantment · bewitchment · charm
Severe prolonged suffering
- agonyExtreme physical or emotional pain
- anguishIntense mental suffering
- exasperationIntense weary annoyance
- vexationFrustrated annoyance
disappointment · impatience · restlessness · desperation · helplessness · discontent · dissatisfaction · yearning
Insulting to provoke
- goadingInciting through persistent pressure
- provocationAct that triggers response
- flirtingPlayfully showing romantic interest
- coquetryPlayful amorous behavior
playfulness · toying · dangling · hinting · suggestion · promise · anticipation · suspense
temptation
Urge toward the unwise
- enticementSomething that attracts
- seductionEnticing someone romantically
- allureAttractive, tempting quality
lure · attraction · appeal · fascination · magnetism · captivation · enchantment · bewitchment · charm · glamour
torment
Severe prolonged suffering
- agonyExtreme physical or emotional pain
- anguishIntense mental suffering
- exasperationIntense weary annoyance
vexation · disappointment · impatience · restlessness · desperation · helplessness · discontent · dissatisfaction · yearning · longing
taunting
Insulting to provoke
- goadingInciting through persistent pressure
- provocationAct that triggers response
- flirtingPlayfully showing romantic interest
coquetry · playfulness · toying · dangling · hinting · suggestion · promise · anticipation · suspense · buildup
- enticementsenticement, inducement, lure, allure, temptation
tantalizationsatisfaction
State of fulfilled desires
gratification · fulfillment · satiation · consummation · realization
tantalizationcontentment
Peaceful satisfaction with circumstances
relief · peace · serenity · tranquility · comfort
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