ensnare (C2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈsnɛər/

Definition

To catch someone or something in a trap or net, or to get them into a situation that is difficult to escape from.

Examples

• The police set a trap to ensnare the thieves.

• He found himself ensnared by the company's complex contract.

• The beautiful music seemed to ensnare the audience.

How to Use ensnare

ensnare in (prepositional phrase)

To catch or involve someone in a difficult situation. — "She was ensnared in a web of lies."

ensnare with (prepositional phrase)

To catch someone using a specific method or tool. — "The hunter ensnared the rabbit with a simple loop."

Synonyms of ensnare

Words with a similar meaning to ensnare:

• trap
• capture
• entrap
• inveigle

Antonyms of ensnare

Words with the opposite meaning to ensnare:

• release
• free
• liberate

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