Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cozen
verb
/ˈkəzən/
Definition
To deceive or trick someone for personal gain.
Examples
- He managed to cozen his way into the exclusive club through clever lies.
- She felt foolish for being cozened by such a smooth-talking con artist.
Meaning
Cozen refers to the act of misleading or cheating someone, often in a subtle or crafty way.
Synonyms
- cheat
- trick
- dupe
- deceive
- fool
