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temptation
[ temp-tey-shuhn ]
noun
- the act of tempting; enticement or allurement.
Synonyms: , , , ,
- something that tempts, entices, or allures.
- the fact or state of being tempted, especially to evil.
- an instance of this.
- (initial capital letter) the temptation of Christ by Satan. Matthew 4.
temptation
/ ɛˈٱɪʃə /
noun
- the act of tempting or the state of being tempted
- a person or thing that tempts
Other Word Forms
- ٱ·ٲtDz· adjective
- ԴDzt·ٲtDz noun
- t·ٲtDz noun
- p·ٱ·ٲtDz noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of temptation1
Example Sentences
Open borders aren’t politically feasible now, but what is possible is resistance to the temptations of xenophobia and nationalism in the U.S. and parts of Europe.
The temptation, this time, goes beyond scientific curiosity to colonization, mining rare elements and using the moon as a waystation to Mars.
Every few minutes she puffs discreetly from a vape pen when the server is out of sight; her phone lies screen down on the table, though she’s hardly vanquished the temptation to check her notifications.
For now, beachgoers are urged to stay well away from stranded animals - at least 50 feet - and resist the temptation to intervene.
Girl succumbs to her temptations while walking through the aisles.
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