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What is another word for Captation?

Pronunciation: [kaptˈe͡ɪʃən] (IPA)

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What are the hypernyms for Captation?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Captation

He was a peculiarly skilful and perfectly shameless adept in the arts of Captation.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill
Captation became a regular profession in a society where trade, industry, and even professional skill, were treated as degrading to the men of gentle blood.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill
Captation by every kind of mean flattery, or vicious service, became a recognised profession.
"Roman Society from Nero to Marcus Aurelius"
Samuel Dill

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