Basic Details
Word: Tempting
Part of Speech: Adjective
Meaning: Attractive or appealing; something that makes you want to do or have it.
Synonyms: Enticing, alluring, inviting
Antonyms: Unappealing, off-putting, uninviting
Idioms and Phrases
- Tempting fate: To take a risk or do something that could lead to trouble. Example: "By not studying for the exam, he was really tempting fate."
- Too tempting to resist: Something that is so appealing that one cannot say no to it. Example: "The chocolate cake was too tempting to resist, and I had to have a slice."
Usage Examples
Example 1: The tempting aroma of fresh cookies filled the kitchen, making everyone eager to enjoy a treat.
Example 2: The bright, colourful ads were tempting enough to make me want to buy the new toy.
Example 3: She considered the tempting offer to go on a vacation, despite the work she had to finish.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "tempt" comes from the Latin word 'temptare', meaning "to try or test"? This reflects the idea of enticing someone to try something new or different!
Famous Quote
"It is tempting to see the world in black and white, but it is far more interesting in shades of grey." -- Unknown
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "tempting" mean?
a) Boring
b) Attractive or appealing
c) Difficult to do
d) Unusual
Answer: b) Attractive or appealing
2. Which of these is a synonym of "tempting"?
a) Uninviting
b) Enticing
c) Tedious
d) Dull
Answer: b) Enticing
3. Which of these is an antonym of "tempting"?
a) Inviting
b) Attractive
c) Off-putting
d) Alluring
Answer: c) Off-putting
4. Which sentence correctly uses the word "tempting"?
a) The sun was tempting the flowers to bloom.
b) The tempting smell of popcorn made everyone hungry.
c) She was tempting to finish her homework.
d) The sky looked tempting today.
Answer: b) The tempting smell of popcorn made everyone hungry.
5. What does "tempting fate" mean?
a) Taking unnecessary risks
b) Making a promise
c) Enjoying life
d) Solving a mystery
Answer: a) Taking unnecessary risks
