TEMPTING: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for TEMPTING?

Need another word that means the same as “tempting”? Find 20 synonyms and 30 related words for “tempting” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Tempting” are: tantalising, tantalizing, alluring, beguiling, enticing, attractive, appealing, inviting, captivating, seductive, appetizing, mouth-watering, delicious, succulent, luscious, toothsome, sexy, desirable, sexually attractive, provocative

Tempting as an Adjective

Definitions of "Tempting" as an adjective

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “tempting” as an adjective can have the following definitions:

• Very pleasantly inviting.
• Appealing to or attracting someone, even if wrong or unwise.
• Highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire.

Synonyms of "Tempting" as an adjective (20 Words)

alluring	Highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire. The town offers alluring shops and restaurants.
appealing	(of characters in literature or drama) evoking empathic or sympathetic feelings. The idea of having enough money to retire at fifty is very appealing.
appetizing	Stimulating one’s appetite. The appetizing aroma of sizzling bacon.
attractive	Having qualities or features which arouse interest. Foliage can be as attractive as flowers.
beguiling	Misleading by means of pleasant or alluring methods. A beguiling mixture of English French and Italian.
captivating	Capable of attracting and holding interest; charming. Roosevelt was a captivating speaker.
delicious	Extremely pleasing to the sense of taste. Delicious home baked brown bread.
desirable	Wished for as being an attractive, useful, or necessary course of action. You re a very desirable woman.
enticing	Attractive or tempting; alluring. Difficult to say no to an enticing advertisement.
inviting	Offering the promise of an attractive or enjoyable experience. The sea down there looks so inviting.
luscious	(of food or drink) having a pleasingly rich, sweet taste. A luscious and fragrant dessert wine.
mouth-watering	Pleasing to the sense of taste.
provocative	Serving or tending to provoke, excite, or stimulate; stimulating discussion or exciting controversy- Anthony Trollope. Her gestures and postures became more wanton and provocative.
seductive	Tempting and attractive; enticing. A seductive voice.
sexually attractive	Having the properties of a magnet; the ability to draw or pull.
succulent	Full of juice. The ever increasing popularity of succulent plants.
tantalising	Very pleasantly inviting.
tantalizing	Arousing desire or expectation for something unattainable or mockingly out of reach. A tantalizing taste of success.
toothsome	(of a person) good-looking; attractive. A toothsome blonde in a tight dress.

Usage Examples of "Tempting" as an adjective

• A tempting invitation.
• It is often tempting to bring about change rapidly.
• A tempting repast.
• A tempting financial offer.

Associations of "Tempting" (30 Words)

aesthetically	With regard to beauty. The buildings and gardens of the factory have been aesthetically designed and laid out.
allure	Dispose or incline or entice to. People for whom gold holds no allure.
alluring	Highly attractive and able to arouse hope or desire. An alluring prospect.
appealing	Showing or expressing a desire for help or sympathy. An appealing sense of humor.
attract	Be attractive to. His criticism of the government attracted widespread support.
attraction	A quality or feature that evokes interest, liking, or desire. The church is the town s main tourist attraction.
attractive	Having the properties of a magnet; the ability to draw or pull. An attractive village.
captivate	Attract; cause to be enamored. He was captivated by her beauty.
catchy	(of a tune or phrase) instantly appealing and memorable. A catchy question.
charm	Induce into action by using one s charm. A gesticulating figure endeavouring to charm a cobra.
charming	Very pleasant or attractive. A charming personality.
chic	Elegant and stylish. The hotel s lobby and restaurant are the height of designer chic.
coquettish	Like a coquette. A coquettish grin.
delusive	Inappropriate to reality or facts. A delusive perception of opportunity for all.
desirable	A desirable person or thing. You re a very desirable woman.
engaging	Attracting or delighting. An engaging frankness.
entice	Provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion. The treat is offered to entice the dog to eat.
enticing	Attractive or tempting; alluring. Difficult to say no to an enticing advertisement.
entrance	The right, means, or opportunity to enter somewhere or be a member of an institution, society, or other body. The southern entrance of the palace.
fascinate	Cause to be interested or curious. The snake charmer fascinates the cobra.
glamorize	Interpret romantically. This new wallpaper really glamorizes the living room.
glamorous	(of a person) having a beauty or charm that is sexually attractive. Being a singer must be such a glamorous lifestyle.
ingratiating	Intended to gain approval or favour; sycophantic. With open arms and an ingratiating smile.
inviting	Offering the promise of an attractive or enjoyable experience. An inviting offer.
lure	Something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed. The film industry always has been a glamorous lure for young girls.
personable	(of a person) having a pleasant appearance and manner. She is quite a personable young woman.
seductive	Tempting and attractive; enticing. A seductive voice.
tempt	Dispose or incline or entice to. He lured me into temptation.
winsome	Attractive or appealing in a fresh, innocent way. A winsome smile.