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decoyed

The word “decoyed” has 2 syllables: de-coyed

It's pronounced as /dɪˈkɔɪd/

What is synonym and antonym for decoyed?

In the thesaurus, “decoyed” has 30 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for decoyed along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for decoyed

Antonyms for decoyed

  • alerted
  • cautioned
  • forewarned
  • repulsed
  • turned away
  • warned

Meanings of decoyed

  • verb
    1. To lead into danger by artifice; to lure into a net or snare; to entrap.
    2. To act as, or use, a decoy.

Example Sentences

  • The hunter decoyed the ducks into the open field.
  • The criminals decoyed the security team away from the main vault.
  • She decoyed her opponent with a fake move during the game.
  • The police decoyed the suspect into a trap.
  • The fisherman decoyed the fish closer with a shiny lure.

On this page you'll find 36 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to decoyed, such as: alerted, allured, baited, beguiled, betrayed, bewitched, captivated.

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