tempting Meaning & Definition
What Does Tempting Mean?
As an adjective, tempting means Attractive, appealing, enticing. It can also mean Seductive, alluring, inviting. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of tempt. As a noun, it means The act of subjecting somebody to temptation.
Word Facts for Tempting
| Part of speech | adjective, verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈtɛmp.tɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | beguiling, alluring and enticing |
| Plural | temptings |
| Comparative / superlative | more tempting, most tempting |
Tempting Definition (Adjective)
- Attractive, appealing, enticing.
- Seductive, alluring, inviting.
Tempting as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of tempt
Tempting as a Noun
- The act of subjecting somebody to temptation.
Verb
- To provoke someone to do wrong, especially by promising a reward; to entice.
She tempted me to eat the apple.
- To attract; to allure.
Its glossy skin tempted me.
- To provoke something; to court.
It would be tempting fate.
Synonyms of Tempting
Antonyms of Tempting
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Tempting in a Sentence
She tempted me to eat the apple.
Its glossy skin tempted me.
It would be tempting fate.
Word Forms & Grammar
tempting (comparative more tempting, superlative most tempting)
tempting
tempting (plural temptings)
Words That Rhyme With Tempting
How Do You Say Tempting?
Tempting is pronounced //ˈtɛmp.tɪŋ// and has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tempting
Is tempting an adjective or a verb?
Tempting is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb and a noun.
What is another word for tempting?
Words with a similar meaning to tempting include beguiling, alluring and enticing. See the full list of tempting synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of tempting?
The plural of tempting is temptings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of tempting?
The comparative form is more tempting and the superlative form is most tempting.