Divert and Tempt

Divert

Divert verb - To cause (someone) to pass the time agreeably occupied.

Tempt and divert are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tempt" instead a verb "Divert".

Nearby Words: diversion, diverting

Tempt

Tempt verb - To lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage.

Divert and tempt are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Divert" instead a verb "Tempt".

Nearby Words: tempting, temptation, tempter

Common collocations

hero divert hero tempt hero
harry divert harry tempt harry
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