Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ensnarl

verb
/ɪnˈsnɑrl/
Definition
to catch or involve someone in a difficult situation; to entrap.
Examples
  • She was ensnared by her own lies, finding it difficult to escape the situation.
  • The fishing nets ensnared many fish, making it harder for them to swim free.
  • The sudden storm ensnared the hikers in a perilous situation.
Meaning
Ensnarl means to trap or become tangled in a complicated situation, often leading to difficulties or entrapment.
Synonyms
  • entrap
  • catch
  • involve
  • entangle
  • mesh