Synonyms of tantalizes

tantalizes

verb

present tense third-person singular of tantalize

as in intrigues

to cause (someone) to feel interest or excitement about something that is very attractive, appealing, etc.

She was tantalized by the possibility of earning a lot of money quickly.

Synonyms & Similar Words

• intrigues
• excites
• thrills
• interests
• titillates
• electrifies
• exhilarates
• intoxicates
• galvanizes
• stimulates
• arouses
• inspires
• provokes
• delights
• turns on
• incites
• captivates
• mesmerizes
• enchants
• hypnotizes
• enthralls
• bewitches
• pumps up
• enthrals
• charges
• charms
• spellbinds
• rivets

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• wearies
• bores
• palls
• tires
• discourages
• demoralizes
• disheartens
• jades
• dejects
• dispirits