Diddle and Delude

Diddle

Diddle verb - To move or act slowly.

Delude and diddle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Delude" instead a verb "Diddle".

Delude

Delude verb - To cause to believe what is untrue.
Usage example: we deluded ourselves into thinking that the ice cream wouldn't affect our diet

Diddle and delude are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Diddle" instead a verb "Delude".

Nearby Words: delusion, delusive, deluding
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