Meaning of 'tempt'

verb

induce into action by using one's charm

Synonyms: influence

verb

provoke someone to do something through promises or persuasion

Example: "The host tempted me with fine wine and cheese."

Synonyms: lure

verb

try presumptuously

Example: "St. Anthony was tempted in the desert"

verb

dispose or incline or entice to

Example: "We were tempted by the delicious-looking food"

Synonyms: allure

verb

give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting

Example: "the window displays tempted the shoppers"

Synonyms: invite

verb

try to seduce