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to tempt
01
to make someone do something that seems interesting, despite them knowing it might be wrong or not good for them
Ditransitive: to tempt sb to do sth
Examples
He tried to tempt his friend into joining the adventure by painting an exciting and exaggerated picture of the journey.
The aroma of freshly baked cookies tempted her to break her diet and indulge in a sweet treat.
02
to feel the desire to do something
Transitive: to tempt sb
Examples
The urge to splurge on designer shoes tempted her every time she passed by the boutique window.
The prospect of spending a quiet evening at home with a good book tempted her after a long week.
03
to lure or seduce someone into committing an immoral or unethical action by offering them something desirable
Transitive: to tempt sb
Examples
The con artist tempted unsuspecting victims with promises of quick and easy money.
The drug dealer tempted vulnerable teenagers with offers of free drugs.
Lexical Tree
temptable
tempted
tempter
tempt
