Deceptively attractive or appealing in a way that draws someone into danger or a difficult situation; like a trap disguised as something desirable.
Present participle of 'entrap,' combining 'en-' (into) + 'trap' + the present participle suffix -ing. The form can function as both verb and adjective depending on context.
The word brilliantly captures how the most dangerous traps aren't obviously dangerous—a job that seems too good to be true, a relationship that looks perfect—these are entrapping because they're attractive first, harmful second.
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