tempter
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈtɛmp.tər/
KK: /ˈtɛmptə/
noun
Definition
A person or thing that tries to persuade someone to do something, often something wrong or unwise.
Example
The tempter offered him a chance to cheat on the test.
Conversation
I saw that new dessert place opened up, and it looks like a real tempter for anyone with a sweet tooth.
Oh, I know what you mean! Those pastries are so tempting, I can't resist them.
Exactly! It's like they know how to be the perfect tempter for dessert lovers.
Right? I might have to go there this weekend just to check it out!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
seducer
lurer
enticer
Antonyms
repellent
deterrent
disincentive
verb
Definition
To try to persuade someone to do something, often something wrong or unwise.
Example
He tried to tempt her with promises of wealth and success.
Tense Forms
Past: tempted
Past Participle: tempted
Conversation
I can't believe how much candy they have at the store right now.
I know, it's like they want to tempter everyone into buying too much!
Exactly! It’s so hard to resist when everything looks so good.
Root Explanation
Tempter → It is formed from "temptare" (meaning to test or try) and the suffix "-er" (meaning a person who). A tempter is a person who tests or tries to lead someone into temptation.
Memory Tip
Think of someone who 'tests' or 'tries' others to lead them into temptation — that's what a tempter does.
Visually Confused Words
attempter
emptier
uptemper
untemper
teamster
retemper
obtemper
kempster