Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tempted
verb
/ˈtɛmptɪd/
Definition
To have a strong desire or urge to do something, especially something that may not be good for you.
Examples
- She was tempted to eat the cake despite being on a diet.
- He felt tempted to skip his workout today.
- They were tempted by the idea of a fun vacation.
Meaning
Feeling a desire to do something, often something that might lead to a wrong choice.
Synonyms
- enticed
- lured
- attracted
- seduced
