Deceive and Wheedle

Deceive

Deceive verb - To cause to believe what is untrue.

Wheedle and deceive are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Wheedle" instead a verb "Deceive".

Wheedle

Wheedle verb - To get (someone) to do something by gentle urging, special attention, or flattery.

Deceive and wheedle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Deceive" instead a verb "Wheedle".

Nearby Word: wheedling

Common collocations

money deceive money wheedle money
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