Seduction: meaning, definitions and examples

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seduction

 

[ sɪˈdʌkʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

romantic relationship

The action of seducing someone, especially a woman, to engage in sexual activity through charm, persuasion, or manipulation.

Synonyms

allure, charm, enticement, temptation

Examples of usage

  • He used his charm and seduction to win her over.
  • She was drawn in by his seduction and couldn't resist.
  • The art of seduction is often used in literature and film to create tension.
Context #2 | Noun

general context

The act of tempting someone into doing something, often through manipulation or deceit.

Synonyms

enticement, manipulation, persuasion

Examples of usage

  • His seduction into a life of crime ultimately led to his downfall.
  • The political leader's seduction of the masses through false promises.
Context #3 | Noun

marketing context

The process of enticing a customer to make a purchase, often through advertising or promotional strategies.

Synonyms

attraction, enticement, persuasion

Examples of usage

  • The company's seduction of customers through targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Successful businesses understand the art of seduction in attracting and retaining customers.

Translations

Translations of the word "seduction" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sedução

🇮🇳 प्रलोभन

🇩🇪 Verführung

🇮🇩 rayuan

🇺🇦 спокуса

🇵🇱 uwodzenie

🇯🇵 誘惑 (yūwaku)

🇫🇷 séduction

🇪🇸 seducción

🇹🇷 baştan çıkarma

🇰🇷 유혹 (yuhok)

🇸🇦 إغواء (ighwaa)

🇨🇿 svádění

🇸🇰 zvádzanie

🇨🇳 诱惑 (yòuhuò)

🇸🇮 zapeljivost

🇮🇸 tálgun

🇰🇿 азғыру

🇬🇪 მოსყიდვა

🇦🇿 aldatma

🇲🇽 seducción

Etymology

The word 'seduction' originates from the Latin word 'seducere', which means 'to lead astray'. It has been used in various contexts throughout history, often associated with the act of enticing or tempting someone into a particular action or belief. The concept of seduction has been explored in literature, art, and popular culture, portraying the complexities of human relationships and desires.

See also: seduce, seducer, seducing, seductive, seductively, seductiveness, seductress.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,301, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.