circumduce

/ˌsɜːrkəmˈduːs/

Definitions

1. verb

To lead or guide someone in a roundabout way, especially in order to deceive or mislead them.

“She attempted to circumduce him into the trap by diverting his attention.”

Synonyms

  • deceive
  • mislead

Antonyms

  • disclose
  • reveal