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TEMPTABLE

Pronunciation (US):

(GB):

 I. (adjective) 

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Meaning:

Susceptible to temptation

Classified under:

Adjectives

Similar:

susceptible ((often followed by 'of' or 'to') yielding readily to or capable of)

Derivation:

tempt (induce into action by using one's charm)

tempt (provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion)

tempt (try presumptuously)

tempt (dispose or incline or entice to)

tempt (give rise to a desire by being attractive or inviting)

tempt (try to seduce)

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