"Temptresses" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

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"Temptresses" Meaning

Alluring, seductive women, often dishonest or deceitful, who attempt to entice men, especially with their charm and flattering behavior.

"Temptresses" Examples

5 Examples of "Temptresses"


1. The sirens of the mythological world, known as the Sirens, were famous for their allure which can be considered as traits of a temptress.

They typically tried to lure sailors to their doom in the sea by singing irresistible songs.

2. Odysseus, the king, ordered his sailors to plug their ears with wax so they could not hear the Sirens' song.

The sailors were so seduced by the mythological personifications of feminine bribery, however, that they tried to join the singers at the end of the journey.

3. Marion from the film The Mask is a temptress who slept with Stanley Ipkiss.

As Loki's presence began to embrace Stanley, Marion quickly switched his affections to Rick, a bicycle policeman who hopes for Stanley's love.

4. Dracula's kiss can transform anyone into a vampire.

Count Dracula is portrayed as a classic temptress, using his charm and attraction to conquer Van Helsing's virgins who might select him.

5. In Greek mythology, Helen of Troy's charm branded her a temptress, a phenomenon that inspired Troy's existential collapse, known as its collapse.

Helen desired to have Paris crown Helen of Troy as the spouse with the numerous debacles she had committed in regret around the natural surge acquired from her handsome qualities.

"Temptresses" Similar Words

Temptable

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That is not a word in the English language.

Temptation

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A strong attraction or desire, especially for something that is wrong or unethical. It can also refer to a test or trial that challenges one's willpower or morals. Often used to describe a situation where one is faced with the opportunity to do something that is considered forbidden or immoral, but claims to offer pleasure or benefits.

Temptations

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Temptations refer to something that allures or entices someone to do something, especially something that is considered wrong or forbidden. A temptation can be a strong desire or a enticement to indulge in a vice or a whim.

Tempted

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To be tempted typically means to feel a strong desire, especially one that is likely to lead to something wrong or unwise: She was tempted to overspend and bought a new car.

Tempter

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The word "tempter" refers to a person who tries to tempt or lure someone into doing something, often something wrong or unwise. It can also refer to the devil or Satan, as depicted in Christian theology, who tempts people to commit sin. Additionally, the word can be a variant of the word "tempter" in the sense of a temptress, meaning a person, typically a woman, who tries to entice or tempt someone, often in a seductive or flirtatious way.

Tempting

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Temptingly

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Attracting someone's interest or desire, typically in a pleasant or exciting way, often in a way that is hard to resist.

Temptress

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Tempts

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Encourages or invites someone to do something, often in a tempting or flattering way.

Tempura

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A type of Japanese cuisine.<br><br>A light, crispy fried dish made from seafood or vegetables, typically battered and deep-fried in hot oil.

Temse

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I couldn't find any word "temse" in my dictionary. It might be a typo or a word that is not widely recognized.

Temuco

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Temujin

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Temujin was the birth name of Genghis Khan, the founder of the Mongol Empire. He was born in 1162 AD in Mongolia.

Temulence

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Temulence refers to a state of fierce, and often uncontrolled, passion or violence; fierceness of feeling, temper, etc.

Temulency

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Temulent is not a commonly used word in English, but it means "given to or characterized by drunkenness or intoxication, especially habitual or excessive drinking."

Temulent

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Intoxicated or drunk, typically to the point where one has lost control over their actions or senses; or a person who is addicted to drink.