tempt

IPA: tˈɛmpt

(transitive) To provoke someone to do wrong, especially by promising a reward; to entice.
(transitive) To attract; to allure.
(transitive) To provoke something; to court.

Examples of "tempt" in Sentences

The smell of freshly baked cookies was so tempting that I couldn't resist having just one
He tried to resist the temptation of skipping his workout, but the cozy couch was too tempting to ignore
The idea of splurging on a luxurious vacation was tempting, but she knew she needed to save money for more important things
The opportunity to cheat on the test was tempting, but he knew it was not worth risking his academic integrity
The rich, decadent cake on display was so tempting that she indulged in a slice despite knowing she shouldn't