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tempt Synonyms

Another word for tempt

Choosing another word for tempt depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To entice or allure someone to do or acquire something that they find attractive, especially something that may be unwise, indulgent, or wrong.

Usage Example

"The aroma of freshly baked pastries from the corner bakery was enough to entice even the most disciplined dieter."

Strongest
entice
lure
allure
Strong
coax
cajole
beguile
seduce
Weak
inveigle

• verb (Context 2)

To risk provoking or inviting an unwelcome consequence by acting rashly or overconfidently (especially in relation to fate or providence).

Usage Example

"Leaving the cabin windows open while dark clouds gathered overhead seemed to court fate."

Strongest
court
Strong
invite
provoke
risk
defy
Weak
brave

Opposites of tempt

The opposite of tempt shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

deter
discourage
dissuade
repel
appease
repulse
placate
turn off
See all opposites of tempt

• Nearby Words

temporarily
temporariness
temporary
tempt
temptation
tempter
tempting

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Tempt. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/tempt
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