Blandishment

Pronunciation: /ˈblændɪʃmənt/

Blandishment (noun)

  1. Pleasant words or actions used to persuade someone to do something.

Examples

  • Flattering words can sometimes persuade someone to change their mind.
  • He used blandishments to persuade her to join the team.

Common collocations: use blandishments, offer blandishments, resist blandishments

Synonyms of Blandishment

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Blandishment

  • — The opposite of smooth persuasion is being direct and straightforward.
  • — Harshness contrasts with the gentle nature of blandishments.