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tantalism


Meanings
  • Noun

    The act of tempting or enticing someone with something desirable, especially in order to tease or frustrate them.


Variants
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tantalise , tantalised , tantalises , tantalising , tantalize , tantalizing
Etymology
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From the name of the king Tantalus in Greek mythology, who was punished by being made to stand in a pool of water under a tree with low branches bearing ripe fruit, but unable to touch either the water or the fruit.


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  1. Tantalus was also known for his arrogance and for sacrificing his son Pelops to the gods.

  2. The term 'tantalize' comes from the name of Tantalus.


Related Concepts
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  1. Tease: The act of making light or playful remarks, often to provoke or entertain.

  2. Frustration: A feeling of annoyance, disappointment, or failure.


Culture
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In literature and art, 'tantalism' is often used as a metaphor for the experience of desire and frustration. It can also be used to describe a situation where someone is intentionally withheld something they want or need.

How to Memorize "tantalism"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a situation where someone is standing in a pool of water under a tree with low branches bearing ripe fruit, but they are unable to reach either the water or the fruit.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'tantalism' with the feeling of desire and frustration.

  3. mnemonics

    - Create a mnemonic by remembering the story of Tantalus in Greek mythology.


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