GRE Word List

BLANDISHMENT

something that tends to coax or cajole : allurement

The meaning of the word blandishment is something that tends to coax or cajole : allurement.

Random words

WordMeaning
tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
theocracygovernment of a state by immediate divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided
startto move suddenly and violently : spring
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
civilof or relating to citizens
shacklesomething (such as a manacle or fetter) that confines the legs or arms
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
fractioustending to be troublesome : unruly
wiltloose freshness; droop
provocativeserving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate