temptress

[ temp-tris ]

noun

1. a woman who tempts, entices, or allures.

ˈtemptress

/ ˈtɛmptrɪs /

noun

1. a woman who sets out to allure or seduce a man or men; seductress

Gender Note

See -ess.

Word History and Origins

Origin of temptress¹

First recorded in 1585–95; tempt(e)r + -ess

Example Sentences

Over the long run, repetition can be a false temptress, making us think we've learning something when we really haven't.

From The Daily Beast

We saw this at Dries Van Noten last season, but the Givenchy woman next season is a much darker temptress.

From The Daily Beast

Kelley has been aggressively fighting the stereotype of the social gadfly and  temptress.

From The Daily Beast

While she is pretty, she does not dress the part of the temptress.

From The Daily Beast

"Consider Richard rather," the fair temptress made answer eagerly.

From Project Gutenberg

Then with enjoyment had come remorse, and he had torn himself away from the temptress and fled.

From Project Gutenberg

It was quite plain that he had been withstanding the temptress, only how long would the resistance have lasted?

From Project Gutenberg

Captain Walton kept watch upon his brother aide-de-camp within, and would not let him yield to the temptress.

From Project Gutenberg

He was ready to kill the temptress as he would a beautiful viper.

From Project Gutenberg