Synonyms for lead on

Synonyms for (verb) lead on

Synonyms: lead on

Definition: entice or induce especially when unwise or mistaken

Similar words: lure, tempt, entice

Definition: provoke someone to do something through (often false or exaggerated) promises or persuasion

Usage: He lured me into temptation


Synonyms: cozen, deceive, delude, lead on

Definition: be false to; be dishonest with

Similar words: victimise, victimize

Definition: make a victim of

Usage: I was victimized by this con-man


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