- tantalism
- tanˈtalism noun1. The punishment of Tantalus2. A tormenting• • •Main Entry: ↑tantalize
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Tantalism — Tan ta*lism, n. [See {Tantalize}.] A punishment like that of Tantalus; a teasing or tormenting by the hope or near approach of good which is not attainable; tantalization. Addison. [1913 Webster] Is not such a provision like tantalism to this… … The Collaborative International Dictionary of English
