Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fob-off
Verb
/fɒb ɒf/
Definition
To deceive or trick someone into believing something that is not true or to dismiss a request insincerely.
Examples
- When asked for a raise, he tried to fob off his boss with a few vague promises.
- She felt frustrated after being fobbed off with a simple apology instead of a real solution.
- The manager fobbed off the complaints by saying they would look into them later.
Meaning
Fob-off refers to the act of evading a responsibility or obligation by giving a false impression or excuse, often leading someone to feel misled.
Synonyms
- Trick
- Deceive
- Dismiss
- Pass off
- Shirk
