Definitions
- Referring to the desire or urge to do something that is considered wrong or unwise. - Talking about the attraction towards something that is forbidden or harmful. - Describing the feeling of being enticed or seduced by something that is alluring but potentially dangerous.
- Referring to the power or quality of something that attracts or captivates. - Talking about the charm or appeal of something that is fascinating or enchanting. - Describing the attraction towards something that is desirable or glamorous.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a strong attraction towards something.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a feeling or emotion.
- 3Both words can have a negative connotation if the object of attraction is harmful or dangerous.
What is the difference?
- 1Intention: Temptation implies a sense of wrongdoing or danger, while allure does not necessarily have negative connotations.
- 2Action: Temptation often leads to action, while allure may simply be a feeling or attraction.
- 3Moral judgment: Temptation is often associated with moral judgment, while allure is more neutral.
- 4Object: Temptation is usually directed towards something specific, while allure can be more abstract or general.
- 5Intensity: Temptation is often stronger and more urgent than allure.
Remember this!
Temptation and allure both refer to a strong attraction towards something, but they differ in their intention, action, moral judgment, object, and intensity. Temptation implies a sense of wrongdoing or danger and often leads to action, while allure is more neutral and may simply be a feeling or attraction. Temptation is usually directed towards something specific, while allure can be more abstract or general.
