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temptress

 

[ ˈtemptres ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

seductive woman

A temptress is a woman who tempts or entices someone, especially a man, into some kind of action, typically involving a sexual relationship. She is often portrayed as alluring, mysterious, and dangerous, using her charm and beauty to manipulate others for her own gain.

Synonyms

femme fatale, seductress, siren

Examples of usage

  • She played the role of the temptress, leading him astray with her seductive ways.
  • The temptress lured him into a web of deceit and desire.

Translations

Translations of the word "temptress" in other languages:

🇵🇹 sedutora

🇮🇳 प्रलोभिका (pralobhika)

🇩🇪 Verführerin

🇮🇩 penggoda

🇺🇦 спокусниця

🇵🇱 uwodzicielka

🇯🇵 誘惑者 (yūwaku-sha)

🇫🇷 séductrice

🇪🇸 seductora

🇹🇷 baştan çıkaran kadın

🇰🇷 유혹하는 여자 (yuhokhaneun yeoja)

🇸🇦 مغرية (mughriya)

🇨🇿 svůdnice

🇸🇰 zvodkyňa

🇨🇳 诱惑者 (yòuhuò zhě)

🇸🇮 zapeljivka

🇮🇸 tælandi kona

🇰🇿 азғырушы әйел (azğyrushy äyel)

🇬🇪 მომხიბვლელი (momkhibveli)

🇦🇿 aldadıcı qadın

🇲🇽 seductora

Etymology

The word 'temptress' originated from the Middle English term 'temptresse,' which came from the Old French word 'temptresse,' ultimately derived from the Latin word 'temptare,' meaning 'to try, to test, to tempt.' The concept of the temptress has been present in various cultures and mythologies throughout history, often symbolizing the allure and danger of feminine seduction.

See also: tempt, temptation, tempter, tempting, temptingly.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #34,836 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.