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blandishment

noun

/ˈblændɪʃmənt/

Meaning

flattering or pleasing statement or action used to persuade someone gently

She used every blandishment to win his support.

flattery, cajolery, praise, coaxing

criticism, insult

sweet blandishments, blandishment of words, use blandishment

A relatively mild mental illness that is not caused by organic disease, involving symptoms of stress...

The quality of being open to more than one interpretation; inexactness.

The greater number or part; more than half

A small, rounded hill or mound.

A word or phrase expressing affection or love.

a triangular piece of wood or metal used for splitting or securing; a piece of cheese or cake