blandishment — flattery or coaxing intended to persuade
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: flattery or coaxing intended to persuade
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈblændɪʃmənt/
Korean meaning: 설득하기 위한 아첨이나 달콤한 말
Korean pronunciation: **블랜**디시먼트
Example Sentences
- The salesman's blandishments couldn't convince her to buy the overpriced car.
- My cat uses adorable blandishments like purring and head bumps to get extra treats.
- Politicians are masters of blandishment during election season.
blandishment
NOUN//ˈblændɪʃmənt//
flattery or coaxing intended to persuade

an eager employee leans forward with exaggerated compliments, gesturing toward framed awards on the boss's wall while speaking with an overly sweet smile. The employee points to each achievement with admiring expressions and animated hand movements. The flattered boss sits back in their chair, clearly enjoying the praise as their chest puffs up with pride. Their stern expression softens into a pleased grin as they listen to the continuous compliments. Other coworkers in the background roll their eyes knowingly at the obvious display. flattery or coaxing intended to persuade
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Origin
From French 'blandir' meaning 'to flatter or coax with sweet words,' which comes from Latin 'blandiri' meaning 'to flatter or soothe.' The word developed in medieval court culture where nobles used sweet talk to persuade each other.
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“The salesman's blandishments couldn't convince her to buy the overpriced car.”
“My cat uses adorable blandishments like purring and head bumps to get extra treats.”
“Politicians are masters of blandishment during election season.”
“His blandishments about her cooking were so obvious that even the burned toast seemed suspicious.”
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