Definition

Something that attracts or tempts someone to do something, often something wrong or undesirable.

Example

The promise of a big reward was a strong enticement for him to take the risk.

Conversation

I heard there was an enticement to join that new club on campus.

Really? What do they offer to lure people in?

They promised free snacks and fun activities as an enticement.

That definitely sounds tempting; I might check it out!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Enticement → It is formed from "entice" (from Old French *enticer*, meaning to incite or lure) and the suffix "-ment" (meaning the action or result of). The word "enticement" refers to the action or result of luring or inciting someone to do something.

Memory Tip

Think of the action of 'luring' someone ('entice') and the result of that action ('-ment'). This helps you remember that 'enticement' is about the act of luring someone into doing something.

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