Synonyms for

Tempted

Verb / ˈtemptɪd / Another word for tempted — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

having a desire to do something, especially something wrong or unwise

Synonyms & similar words

charm allure tempt entice lure invite influence allured coaxed enticed lured seduced beguiled charmed deceived duped fooled misled tricked deluded ensnared hooked induced persuaded provoked seduced wooed

Synonyms by register

Formal

enticed lured incited persuaded

Informal

got the urge felt like was keen on fancying

Literary

allured beckoned seduced

Antonyms

resisted repelled disinclined unwilling averse abstinent

Common collocations

  • tempted fate
  • tempted to buy
  • tempted by the offer
  • tempted to give up
  • tempted to try
  • tempted to look

Word family

noun temptation
verb tempt
adjective tempting

Usage note

Often followed by 'to' + infinitive verb. Be careful not to confuse 'tempted' (feeling inclined to do something) with 'tempting' (attractive or alluring).

Example sentences

  1. She was tempted to skip class and go to the beach.
  2. He was tempted by the smell of freshly baked cookies.
  3. The offer was tempting, but I knew it was too good to be true.
  4. I'm trying not to be tempted by all of the delicious food at the party.
  5. She was tempted to lie to avoid getting in trouble.

Quotes

  • I can resist everything except temptation. - Oscar Wilde
  • The best way to get rid of temptation is to yield to it. - Oscar Wilde
  • Lead us not into temptation. Just tell us where it is; we'll find it. - Sam Levenson

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