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temptation vs tempt

tempt vs temptation

temptation is a noun but tempt is not a noun.

temptation is not a verb while tempt is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
temptation Yes No No No
tempt No No Yes No
temptation (noun) tempt (noun)
the act of influencing by exciting hope or desire
something that seduces or has the quality to seduce
the desire to have or do something that you know you should avoid
temptation (verb) tempt (verb)
induce into action by using one's charm
dispose or incline or entice to
try presumptuously
provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion
give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting
try to seduce
Difference between temptation and tempt

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