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Definition of Temptation
1. Noun. Something that seduces or has the quality to seduce.
Exact synonyms: Enticement
Generic synonyms: Influence
Specialized synonyms: Forbidden Fruit, Bait, Come-on, Hook, Lure, Sweetener, Allurement
Derivative terms: Entice, Tempt
Generic synonyms: Influence
Specialized synonyms: Forbidden Fruit, Bait, Come-on, Hook, Lure, Sweetener, Allurement
Derivative terms: Entice, Tempt
2. Noun. The desire to have or do something that you know you should avoid. "He felt the temptation and his will power weakened"
3. Noun. The act of influencing by exciting hope or desire. "His enticements were shameless"
Exact synonyms: Enticement
Generic synonyms: Influence
Specialized synonyms: Blandishment, Wheedling, Leading Astray, Leading Off, Seduction, Allurement, Solicitation
Derivative terms: Entice, Tempt, Tempt
Generic synonyms: Influence
Specialized synonyms: Blandishment, Wheedling, Leading Astray, Leading Off, Seduction, Allurement, Solicitation
Derivative terms: Entice, Tempt, Tempt
Definition of Temptation
1. n. The act of tempting, or enticing to evil; seduction.
Definition of Temptation
1. [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Temptation
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