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    Tentée (en. Tempted)

    [tɑ̃.te]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A temptation or an effort to accomplish something.
    The temptation to steal was too strong for him.
    La tentée de voler était trop forte pour lui.
    A desire or urge that drives one to act.
    She gave in to the temptation to taste the dessert.
    Elle a cédé à la tentée de goûter le dessert.
    An impulse or suggestion that encourages an action.
    The temptation to act impulsively can cause problems.
    La tentée d'agir impulsivement peut causer des problèmes.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to tempt', originating from the Latin 'tentare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to give in to temptation
    To accept doing something despite some reluctance.
    céder à la tentée
    to face temptation
    To be confronted with a desire or an incitement that could lead to undesired actions.
    faire face à la tentée

    Related Words

    to tempt
    To try to do something.
    tenter
    temptation
    A strong desire or incitement to commit an act often considered wrong.
    tentation
    tempting
    Something that is alluring or attractive.
    tentant

    Slang Meanings

    The variety of feelings provoked by a strong desire.
    He felt an intense temptation to buy the latest smartphone.
    Il a ressenti une tentée intense pour acheter le dernier smartphone.
    To give in to a momentary urge, often associated with fleeting pleasures.
    She succumbed to the temptation to stay in bed instead of going to work.
    Elle a succombé à la tentée de rester au lit au lieu d'aller au travail.