Temptress

usgb/ˈtemptrəs/
noun

A woman who makes a man want to do things, especially bad things, by being very attractive and alluring.

In the novel, the character of Carmen was portrayed as a temptress, leading the naive soldier to his downfall.
Visual representation of "temptress" - A woman who makes a man want to do things, especially bad things, by being very attractive and alluring.

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Gender Specific

The term is exclusively used for women, often implying a deliberate allure towards men.

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The new film features a classic temptress character who entices the hero.
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Negative Connotation

It suggests a moral judgement, indicating that seduction is used for manipulation or harm.

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The queen was unfairly labeled a temptress for her charming influence over the king.
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Literary Use

Often found in literature to describe a female character who is dangerously attractive.

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She played the role of a temptress, much like the fabled sirens of Greek mythology.
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