Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
despistar
verb
/des-pee-star/

Definition
To throw off someone’s track or to mislead someone.

Examples
- She tried to despistar him by changing the topic during their conversation.
- The magician’s tricks often despistar the audience, leaving them in awe.

Meaning
Despistar refers to the act of diverting attention or confusing a person, making it difficult for them to follow the original intent or direction.

Synonyms
- desviar
- enganar
- iludir