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Tantalise (verb) means a non-Oxford British English standard spelling of tantalize.

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A non-Oxford British English standard spelling of tantalize.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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Etymology

Formed from Tantalus and -ise (see tantalize).

Synonyms

rally ride taunt tantalize bait razz tease cod twit rag

Related words

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Rhymes for tantalise

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What is the meaning of tantalise?

"tantalise" (verb) means a non-Oxford British English standard spelling of tantalize.

What is another word for tantalise?

Other words for "tantalise" include rally, ride, taunt, tantalize, bait, razz.

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