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influence vs temptation

temptation vs influence

influence and temptation both are nouns.

influence is a verb but temptation is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
influence Yes No Yes No
temptation Yes No No No
As nouns, temptation is a hyponym of influence; that is, temptation is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than influence:
  • influence: causing something without any direct or apparent effort
  • temptation: the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire
As nouns, temptation is a hyponym of influence; that is, temptation is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than influence:
  • influence: a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do
  • temptation: something that seduces or has the quality to seduce
Other hyponyms of influence include imponderable, imprint, morale builder, canker, pestilence, support, enticement.
influence (noun) temptation (noun)
causing something without any direct or apparent effort the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire
a power to affect persons or events especially power based on prestige etc something that seduces or has the quality to seduce
a cognitive factor that tends to have an effect on what you do the desire to have or do something that you know you should avoid
one having power to influence another
the effect of one thing (or person) on another
influence (verb) temptation (verb)
shape or influence; give direction to
induce into action by using one's charm
have and exert influence or effect
Difference between influence and temptation

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