word
Temptation
Teh-MTAY-shuhn
/tɛˈmteɪʃʌn/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
temptation
Dictionary meaning
The act of influencing by exciting hope or desire.
Examples
- I felt the temptation and my will power weakened.
Synonyms: enticement
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