Beguile

usgb/bɪˈɡaɪl/
verb

To charm or attract someone in a deceiving way.

He was beguiled by her beauty.
Visual representation of "beguile" - To charm or attract someone in a deceiving way

Often appears as...

  • beguile someone into
  • beguile with charm
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Visual representation of "beguile"
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Hidden Persuasion

Beguile implies a sense of being led astray by charm, not just attraction.

Illustration for Hidden Persuasion
The salesman beguiled the customers with his smooth talking.
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Negative Connotations

While 'beguile' can seem positive, it often suggests deceitfulness; it's less benign than simply 'charm'.

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Advertisers often beguile us into wanting things we don't need.
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Cautious Use

Use 'beguile' carefully; it can imply manipulation which may offend if used inaccurately.

Illustration for Cautious Use
She didn't just charm her friends; she beguiled them into supporting her scheme.
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