Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
siren-call
noun
/ˈsaɪrən kɔːl/
Definition
A siren call refers to a powerful temptation or alluring invitation that may lead someone to danger or error.
Examples
- The siren call of easy money led him to make reckless investments.
- She resisted the siren call of fame, choosing instead to focus on her personal values.
Meaning
The term is often used metaphorically to describe the seductive nature of a promise or invitation that might seem attractive at first but can lead to negative consequences.
Synonyms
- allure
- entrapment
- temptation
- seduction
