Definition of Temptation
Temptation
temp·ta·tion
Definition/Meaning
(noun)
the desire to do or have something that one shouldn't, usually because it is unwise, bad, or wrong/evil, or the state of having such a desire;
e.g. I gave in to the temptation and bought the new dress even though it was expensive.
(noun)
the action of appealing to someone and promising them some gain or pleasure if they do something they shouldn't;
e.g. The villain excels at the temptation of other people to help him do evil.
(noun)
something that is appealing or inviting in some way and that thus attracts (tempts) someone to do something they shouldn't;
e.g. The cake was such a temptation that we ate it even though we were already quite full.
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Quotes
"The biggest human temptation is to settle for too little." -- Thomas Merton
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