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Synonyms & Similar Words
flattery
charm
persuasion
coaxing
cajolery
wheedling
blandishing
enticement
allurement
temptation
seduction
manipulation
influence
inducement
persuasion
sweet talk
smooth talk
honeyed words
compliments
praise
adulation
fawning
sycophancy
obsequiousness
servility
toadying
honeyed phrases
silver tongue
smooth language
insincere praise
Meaning of Blandishment
According to Oxford Dictionary, blandishment refers to "something said or done to flatter or persuade someone"
Definitions
- Merriam-Webster defines blandishment as "something that flatters or tries to please someone in order to get them to do something"
Example Uses
- The salesman used every blandishment in the book to try to convince me to buy the car.
- She was won over by the blandishments of the charming stranger and decided to go on a date with him.
- The company used blandishments to lure top talent to their firm, offering high salaries and generous benefits.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
criticism
disapproval
scorn
contempt
disdain
dislike
disfavor
displeasure
dissatisfaction
complaint
objection
rebuke
reprimand
reproach
censure
condemnation
denunciation
disparagement
derogation
belittling
mockery
ridicule
sarcasm
insult