Definition of tempt

• v. t. - To put to trial; to prove; to test; to try.
• v. t. - To lead, or endeavor to lead, into evil; to entice to what is wrong; to seduce.
• v. t. - To endeavor to persuade; to induce; to invite; to incite; to provoke; to instigate.
• v. t. - To endeavor to accomplish or reach; to attempt.