tantalizing Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. verb harass with persistent criticism or carping
    rag; razz; bait; tantalize; twit; taunt; ride; tease; cod; rally; tantalise.
    • 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
  2. adjective satellite arousing desire or expectation for something unattainable or mockingly out of reach
    tantalising.
    • a tantalizing taste of success
  3. adjective satellite very pleasantly inviting
    tantalising; tempting.
    • a tantalizing aroma
    • a tempting repast

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