Associations to the word «Tantalize»
Noun
Adverb
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Wiktionary
TANTALIZE, verb. (transitive) to tease (someone) by offering something desirable but keeping it out of reach
TANTALIZE, verb. (transitive) to bait (someone) by showing something desirable but leaving them unsatisfied
Dictionary definition
TANTALIZE, verb. Harass with persistent criticism or carping; "The children teased the new teacher"; "Don't ride me so hard over my failure"; "His fellow workers razzed him when he wore a jacket and tie".
Wise words
To use the same words is not a sufficient guarantee of
understanding; one must use the same words for the same
genus of inward experience; ultimately one must have one's
experiences in common.