blandishment
Often blandishments. something, as an action or speech, that tends to flatter, coax, entice, etc.: Our blandishments left him unmoved. We succumbed to the blandishments of tropical living.
Origin of blandishment
1Other words for blandishment
flattery, cajolery, wheedling, ingratiation, fawning, blarney |
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How to use blandishment in a sentence
To this blandishment they were never averse or inaccessible, and Gerald inherited the trait in all its strength.
Gerald Fitzgerald | Charles James LeverHe tried every persuasion and blandishment in his power, but she still remained obstinate.
Myths and Legends of Ancient Greece and Rome | E.M. BerensA sort of frozen blandishment on these occasions smoothed his proud face as he stood, with his lady beside him, to receive them.
The Vicar of Wrexhill | Mrs [Frances] TrollopeThese men, who had bravely faced persecution, were at last overcome by blandishment.
Sketches of the Covenanters | J. C. McFeeters"Come near; I will not hurt you," urged Caius, helpless to do aught but offer blandishment.
The Mermaid | Lily Dougall
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