'Tantalism' definitions:

Definition of 'Tantalism'

From: GCIDE
  • Tantalism \Tan"ta*lism\, n. [See Tantalize.] A punishment like that of Tantalus; a teasing or tormenting by the hope or near approach of good which is not attainable; tantalization. --Addison. [1913 Webster]
  • Is not such a provision like tantalism to this people? --Josiah Quincy. [1913 Webster]