enticement

[ en-tahys-muhnt ]

noun

1. the act or practice of enticing, especially to evil.
2. the state of being enticed.
3. something that entices; allurement.

Word History and Origins

Origin of enticement¹

First recorded in 1275–1325; Middle English, from Old French; entice + -ment

Example Sentences

The enticement doesn’t ensure that the signers will vote — or that they will vote for Trump — and they may already be registered.

From Los Angeles Times

In 2023, his initial 30-year sentence was extended to 31 years following his conviction on separate child pornography and enticement charges.

From Los Angeles Times

Kelly, who was sentenced in 2023 to 20 years in prison on charges of child pornography and enticement of minors for sex, is currently serving 19 years of his two sentences concurrently and he will be eligible for release in 2045.

From Salon

As part of a plea deal, Raymond pleaded guilty to one count each of sexual abuse, abusive sexual contact, coercion and enticement, and transportation of obscene material.

From Los Angeles Times

In November 2023, the California native pleaded guilty to one count each of sexual abuse, abusive sexual contact, coercion and enticement, and transportation of obscene material.

From BBC

Related Words

• bait
• come-on
• inducement
• sweetener