English Dictionary
Definition of “beguile”
beguile (bɪˈɡaɪl
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Definitions
verb
(tr) - to charm; fascinate
- to delude; influence by slyness
- often foll by of or out of to deprive (someone) of something by trickery; cheat (someone) of
- to pass pleasantly; while away
Alternative Forms
beˈguilement noun beˈguiler noun
Synonyms
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charm,
please,
attract,
delight,
occupy,
cheer,
fascinate,
entertain,
absorb,
entrance,
win over,
amuse,
divert,
distract,
enchant,
captivate,
solace,
allure,
bewitch,
mesmerize,
engross,
enrapture,
tickle the fancy of=
fool,
trick,
take in,
cheat,
con,
mislead,
impose on,
deceive,
dupe,
gull,
delude,
bamboozle,
hoodwink,
take for a ride,
befool,
Usage examples
Each time, she plans to beguile him into nostalgia for his childhood, to remind him, tempt him to recall.
Various, Looking For the Spark (1994)Vajpayee, however, can beguile one into complacency with a disarming smile, poetic eloquence and apparent physical infirmity.
India Today (2002)But, to score even a semblance of your Want List, you must beguile Certain People.
Australian News Misc (2004)Yoko Ono's show in Spain aims to beguile viewers with its interactive exhibits.
Times, Sunday Times (2001)I explored my sexual fantasies for ever wilder ideas to beguile Jack.
Friday, Nancy, Jealousy (1986)
