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What is another word for Delude? – 131 Delude Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    deceive mislead cheat trick dupe fool hoodwink bamboozle beguile cozen swindle defraud hoax misinform misguide lead astray deceive double-cross gull snooker take in bluff flimflam swindle victimize exploit manipulate outwit outsmart outmaneuver dupe gyp hornswoggle mulct

    Meaning of Delude

    To deceive someone into believing something that is not true, typically in order to gain an advantage

    Definitions

    • To mislead someone into taking a wrong or foolish action
    • To give someone a false impression or idea about something

    Example Uses

    • The company deluded investors into thinking the business was more profitable than it actually was
    • She deluded herself into thinking she could finish the project on time
    • The false promises deluded many people into buying the product
    • The charming stranger deluded her into giving him her money
    • The politician's speech deluded many voters into thinking he was the best candidate

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    enlighten inform educate instruct advise guide direct clarify reveal disclose expose uncover unveil open transparent honest truthful sincere genuine authentic reliable trustworthy credible faithful loyal