temptations

NOUN

lure, attraction

Synonyms

STRONG

allurement appeal attractiveness bait blandishment coaxing come-on decoy draw enticement fancy fascination hankering inducement invitation provocation pull seduction snare tantalization trap yen

WEAK

inveiglement seducement

Antonyms

STRONG

dislike hate hatred prevention

WEAK

discouragement repulsion

Example Sentences

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The beloved Minneapolis bakery is famous for its oversized, gooey cinnamon rolls, but there are plenty of other temptations on display, including caramel pecan buns, sticky buns and seasonal specialties.

From Salon • Jun. 11, 2026

"Do not let yourselves be corrupted by temptations that waste your energies and do not serve the progress of society."

From BBC • Apr. 17, 2026

The scams include fraudulent invoices, advance-fee fraud, overpayment scams, fictional prizewinnings, no-risk investment temptations, fake charities, shipping scams, prepaid shipping-label scams, package-rerouting scams and phony job opportunities.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 25, 2026

In earlier eras of his channel, Orth’s videos had a frothy self-help flair; he doled out advice on how to best enjoy some of the more revelrous temptations the city has to offer.

From Slate • Nov. 18, 2025

For years a mysterious, sinister man known as Trademaster had appeared now and then in the village, bringing tawdry thrills and temptations but leaving chaos and discontentment behind.

From "Son" by Lois Lowry