Definitions

1. verb

to try to persuade someone to do something, especially something wrong or unwise

“She tried to tempt him into taking a break from work.”

2. verb

to test or try someone’s willpower or self-control

“The salesman tried to tempt her with a free trial offer.”

3. noun

something that attracts someone and may lead them into doing something wrong or unwise

“The tempting aroma of freshly baked cookies filled the room.”

4. noun

a challenge or test of someone’s willpower or self-control

“The salesman presented her with a tempting offer to buy the car.”