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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

temptation

/tɛmˈteɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does temptation mean?

noun

A strong attraction or desire to do something, especially something wrong or unwise. A situation or thing that tempts someone.

Example

"The temptation of the forbidden fruit was too great for Adam to resist."

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