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TEMPTATION

(noun)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Temptation.

How to pronounce temptation:

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Temptation - as a noun

Something that seduces or has the quality to seduce

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enticement14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
influence14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The desire to have or do something that you know you should avoid

Example: "He felt the temptation and his will power weakened"

The act of influencing by exciting hope or desire

Example: "His enticements were shameless"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
enticement14
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
influence14
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"He struggled with the temptation to indulge in sweets."
"The salesman used various tactics to resist the temptation to buy unnecessary items."
"She couldn't resist the temptation to open the beautifully wrapped gift."
"The smell of freshly baked cookies was too much temptation for him."
"There was a strong temptation to skip the gym and stay in bed."
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Word Game Points

Is TEMPTATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, temptation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TEMPTATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 14.

Is TEMPTATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, temptation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TEMPTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.

Is TEMPTATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, temptation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TEMPTATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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