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tempting

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2 syllables
8 characters
English (US)
2syllables

tempting

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tempting is a polysyllabic word with 2 syllables. Using the Knuth-Liang algorithm, we calculated the hyphenation for the word you’ve entered. However, this hyphenation has not been verified against authoritative sources and may be approximate. This is because the algorithm relies on pre-defined patterns that may not cover all exceptions, contextual variations, or irregular spellings. We are working to verify hyphenations against trusted sources to ensure greater accuracy. For now, tempting is hyphenated as:

Definitions oftempting

1verb
  • To provoke someone to do wrong, especially by promising a reward; to entice.

    Example: "She tempted me to eat the apple."

  • To attract; to allure.

    Example: "Its glossy skin tempted me."

  • To provoke something; to court.

    Example: "It would be tempting fate."

1noun
  • The act of subjecting somebody to temptation.
1adjective
  • Attractive, appealing, enticing.
  • Seductive, alluring, inviting.

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