Enticement

Noun

Definition: Something used to attract or tempt someone; a lure.

Synonyms: Attraction, Temptation, Bait, Allurement

Antonyms: Deterrent, Repulsion, Discouragement

Examples:

The store offered a free gift as an enticement to attract customers.
She used her charm as an enticement to persuade him to go on a date.

Mnemonics:

Think of "enticing" someone with something attractive or tempting.
Remember the word "lure" which relates to enticement.

Etymology:

Origin:

The word "enticement" originated from the Old French word "enticer", meaning to allure or deceive. It can be traced back to the Latin word "in" (in) and "titiare" (to excite) which gave rise to "tintinare" (to jingle or ring) and eventually "enticer" in the French language.

Historical Usage:

The word has been used in English since the late 14th century, primarily in the context of attracting or tempting someone.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Offer an enticement"

Explanation:

To present or provide something attractive or tempting to encourage or persuade someone to do something.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "enticement" with "enticing."

Explanation:

While "enticement" refers to the act of attracting or tempting, "enticing" is an adjective that describes something as attractive or alluring. They are related but have different grammatical functions.