B2
attempt vs tempt
The difference
| Word | Meaning | Goes with | Example |
|---|---|---|---|
| attemptverb/əˈtempt/ | Meaning to try to do something, especially something difficult | Goes with attempt to escape | Example He attempted to swim across the river but had to turn back. |
| temptverb/tempt/ | Meaning to make someone want to do or have something, especially something they should not | Goes with tempted to | Example I was tempted to quit my job, but I decided to stay one more year. |
Which word fits?
1 of 8Pick the word for the gap. Its form may change in the sentence.
Fishermen a rescue despite the huge waves.