Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

enganar

verb
en-gah-nar
Definition
To deceive or mislead someone; to create a false impression.
Examples
  • Ela tentou enganar os professores com uma desculpa falsa.
  • He tried to deceive his friends into believing he was rich.
  • Não se deixe enganar pelas aparências.
Meaning
The act of causing someone to believe something that is not true, often intentionally.
Synonyms
  • iludir
  • deceber
  • trapacear