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Temptress

usgb/ˈtemptrəs/Volume
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Gender SpecificPlay
The term is exclusively used for women, often implying a deliberate allure towards men. SlideThe new film features a classic temptress character who entices the hero.
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Negative ConnotationPlay
It suggests a moral judgement, indicating that seduction is used for manipulation or harm. SlideThe queen was unfairly labeled a temptress for her charming influence over the king.
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Literary UsePlay
Often found in literature to describe a female character who is dangerously attractive. SlideShe played the role of a temptress, much like the fabled sirens of Greek mythology.