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tantalize

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of tantalize

to cause (someone) to feel interest or excitement about something that is very attractive, appealing, etc.

She was tantalized by the possibility of earning a lot of money quickly.

Synonyms and Near Synonyms of tantalize

interest, intrigue

charge, electrify, excite, exhilarate, galvanize, intoxicate, pump up, thrill, titillate, turn on

arouse, incite, inspire, provoke, stimulate

bewitch, captivate, charm, delight, enchant, enthrall (or enthral), hypnotize, mesmerize, rivet, spellbind

Antonyms and Near Antonyms of tantalize

bore, jade, pall, tire, weary

deject, demoralize, discourage, dishearten, dispirit

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