Inveigle

Verb

Definition: Persuade (someone) to do something by means of deception or flattery.

Synonyms: Coax, Seduce, Entice, Manipulate

Antonyms: Dissuade, Discourage, Repel

Examples:

The salesperson managed to inveigle him into buying an expensive watch.
She tried to inveigle her way into the exclusive club by pretending to be someone important.

Mnemonics:

Think of "inveigle" as "in-vigil," where you deceive or trick your way into a situation.

Etymology:

Origin:

Inveigle derives from the Old French "enveegler," which means to blindfold or deceive with guile. It entered English in the late 15th century.

Historical Usage:

The term gradually evolved from the literal meaning of deceiving with a blindfold to its current sense of persuading someone using deception or flattery.

Related Idioms:

Idiom:

"Inveigle someone into something"

Explanation:

To persuasively manipulate or coax someone into doing something through trickery or flattery.

Misconceptions:

Misconception:

Confusing "inveigle" with "convey."

Explanation:

"Inveigle" focuses on persuading someone through deception or flattery, while "convey" typically refers to the act of transporting or communicating something. They have different meanings and shouldn't be confused.