Tempt ( verb , verb )

(As a verb)

Tempt ( verb )

1. To entice or lure someone to do something, especially something that is wrong or unwise.
2. To offer something attractive to someone, with the intention of persuading them to do something.
3. To incite or provoke someone to do something.

Origin:

The word tempt comes from the old english word "temptian" which means to test, try or prove.

Examples:

1. The devil tempted Eve to eat the forbidden fruit.
2. She was tempted to cheat on the test.
3. The delicious smell of cookies tempted him to eat one.
4. He was tempted to quit his job but he decided to stay.
5. The idea of a vacation in a tropical island tempted her to book a flight.

(As a verb)

Tempt ( verb )

1. To entice or lure someone to do something, especially something that is wrong or unwise.
2. To offer something attractive to someone, with the intention of persuading them to do something.
3. To incite or provoke someone to do something.

Origin:

The word tempt comes from the old english word "temptian" which means to test, try or prove.

Examples:

1. The devil tempted Eve to eat the forbidden fruit.
2. She was tempted to cheat on the test.
3. The delicious smell of cookies tempted him to eat one.
4. He was tempted to quit his job but he decided to stay.
5. The idea of a vacation in a tropical island tempted her to book a flight.