enveigle

/ɑnˈvɛɪɡəl/

Definitions

1. verb

to deceive or cheat someone, especially by tricking them into doing something

“The scammer tried to enveigle the old man into investing in a worthless scheme.”

2. noun

a person or thing that deceives or cheats others

“The enveigle had been operating in the city for months before being caught by the police.”

Synonyms

  • cheat
  • deceive
  • dupe
  • scam
  • swindle

Antonyms

  • honest
  • sincere
  • straightforward
  • truthful