Tantalism
Pronunciation : Tan"ta*lism
Part of Speech : n.
Etymology : [See Tantalize.]
Definition : Defn: A punishment like that of Tantalus; a teasing or tormenting by the hope or near approach of good which is not attainable; tantalization. Addison. Is not such a provision like tantalism to this people Josiah Quincy.
Source : Webster's Unabridged Dictionary, 1913