Source : Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913)

Blandish \Blan"dish\, v. t. [imp. & p. p. {Blandished}; p. pr. &
   vb. n. {Blandishing}.] [OE. blaundisen, F. blandir, fr. L.
   blandiri, fr. blandus mild, flattering.]
   1. To flatter with kind words or affectionate actions; to
      caress; to cajole.

   2. To make agreeable and enticing.

            Mustering all her wiles, With blandished parleys.
                                                  --Milton.

Source : WordNet®

blandish
     v : praise somewhat dishonestly [syn: {flatter}] [ant: {disparage}]