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tempted

/tɛmptɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does tempted mean?

verb

Past tense of tempt, to entice or attract someone into doing something wrong or unwise. To be attracted or drawn to something.

Example

"She was tempted to buy the expensive dress, but decided against it."

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