seduction
Seduction (noun) means the act of seducing someone, especially into a sexual relationship. Example: “The story follows the slow seduction of an unsuspecting heir.”
How to use seduction
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe act of tempting or luring someone, or the appealing pull of something tempting.
Word forms
seductions plural
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The story follows the slow _____ of an unsuspecting heir.
Etymology
From Latin seductio, "a leading astray," from the same root as "seduce."
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Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of seduction?
"seduction" (noun) means the act of seducing someone, especially into a sexual relationship.
What is another word for seduction?
Other words for "seduction" include conquest.
What are the different meanings of seduction?
"seduction" has 2 main meanings: 1. The act of seducing someone, especially into a sexual relationship; 2. The tempting or alluring quality of something.
How do you use seduction in a sentence?
Example: "The story follows the slow seduction of an unsuspecting heir."