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seducing


Meanings
  • verb

    The act of persuading someone to have sex or to engage in a romantic relationship by using flattery or other means.


Synonyms

coitize , go to bed with , sleep with , debauch , forlead , pick up , vamp , bribe , corrupt , lead astray , misguide , beguile , entrance , pull in
Rhymes
Words rhyming with seducing
deceiving , receiving , believing , chieving , perceiving
Variants
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seduce , seduced , seducer , seducers , seduces , seducing
Forms
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The present tense of the verb is 'seduce'. There are no other forms to mention.


Etymology
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From Old French seducer, from seduire ‘to lead astray,’ from se- ‘apart’ + ducere ‘to lead’.


Trivia
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  1. The term 'seducing' is often used interchangeably with 'courtship' or 'wooing'.

  2. In some cultures, seduction is seen as a necessary skill for finding a partner.

  3. Seduction can be a complex and nuanced act, with individuals using various strategies to win someone's heart.


Related Concepts
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  1. Flirtation: A form of social interaction where individuals express their romantic or sexual interest in each other through verbal or nonverbal means.

  2. Romance: A feeling of excitement and mystery associated with love and desire.


Culture
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In literature, 'seducing' is often depicted as a complex and nuanced act, with characters engaging in various strategies to win the affection of another. It can be portrayed as a romantic and passionate pursuit, but it can also be manipulative and harmful. In art, seduction is a common theme in paintings and sculptures, often depicting sensual and alluring figures.

How to Memorize "seducing"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine someone using charming words and actions to win someone else's heart.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'seduce' with the idea of winning someone's love or affection.

  3. mnemonics

    - Remember the word 'seduce' as 'Se-duce' - 'Se' meaning 'apart' and 'duce' meaning 'lead', which describes the act of leading someone apart from their current situation or thoughts.


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