Definition of Tantalizing
Tantalizing
Tan·tal·iz·ing
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Extremely appealing or attractive, often in a subtle or teasing way.
e.g. The tantalizing aroma of freshly baked cookies filled the entire house.
(adjective)
arousing interest, stimulating desire, or otherwise exciting someone's senses;
e.g. She stared at the tantalizing array of ice cream in the store freezer.
(verb)
teasing, mocking, or tormenting someone by presenting them with something that is unobtainable or out of reach;
e.g. I want her to stop tantalizing them with unrealistic expectations.
(verb)
exciting someone's senses, stimulating their desires, or arousing their interest;
e.g. The smell of the food is capable of tantalizing even the most jaded of palates.
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