Associations to the word «Tantalize»

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

Wisdom does not show itself so much in precept as in life - in firmness of mind and a mastery of appetite. It teaches us to do, as well as talk, and to make our words and actions all of a color.
Lucius Annaeus Seneca