1. a person or thing that tantalizes; something that teases or torments by presenting something desirable but keeping it out of reach

Examples

• The dessert menu was a real tantalizer for someone on a diet.
• The preview trailer served as a tantalizer for the upcoming movie.
• She was quite the tantalizer, always hinting at secrets but never revealing them.
• The job posting was a tantalizer with its promise of high pay but vague requirements.
• The store window display acted as a tantalizer for passing shoppers.
• His mysterious smile made him a natural tantalizer at parties.