inveigle

English

/ɪnˈveɪ.ɡəl/

verb
Definitions
  • (transitive) To convert, convince, or win over with flattery or wiles.
  • (transitive) To obtain through guile or cunning.

Etymology

Derived from French aveugler (delude, blind) derived from Old French avugle (without eyes) derived from Latin ab oculīs.

Origin

Latin

ab oculīs

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