CEFR B2

hoodwink

verb

Meaning

To deceive or trick someone, often by misleading them with false appearances or statements.

Examples

The con artist managed to hoodwink several elderly investors out of their life savings.
It's easy to hoodwink people online if they don't verify information carefully.

Synonyms: trick, deceive, mislead, dupe

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hoodwink (B2)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈhʊdwɪŋk/

Definition

To deceive or trick someone, often by misleading them with false appearances or statements.

Examples

The con artist managed to hoodwink several elderly investors out of their life savings.
It's easy to hoodwink people online if they don't verify information carefully.
She felt completely hoodwinked when she realized the 'antique' vase was a cheap replica.

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