1. tempting or exciting someone’s desire or interest while remaining just out of reach
Usage: British spelling

Examples

• The tantalising smell of fresh bread filled the bakery.
• She gave him a tantalising glimpse of what could be possible.
• The treasure remained tantalisingly close but impossible to reach.
• His tantalising offer left her wondering what the catch might be.
• The movie trailer provided tantalising hints about the plot.
• The tantalising prospect of promotion motivated her to work harder.