temptation
Translation
temptation
Examples
He resisted the temptation to eat the cake.
He resisted the temptation to eat the cake.
The city offers many temptations for young people.
The city offers many temptations for young people.
Grammar Patterns
((the temptation)) ((to-inf)) the desire to do something, especially something wrong or unwise. He resisted the temptation to eat the cake.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lure, allurement, enticement
Etymology
From Latin 'temptare', meaning 'to test, to try'.
Memory Tips
The verb 'to tempt' is the action, while 'temptation' is the thing or feeling that tempts you.