decoys
The word “decoys” has 2 syllables: de-coys
It's pronounced as /ˈdiː.kɔɪz/
What is synonym and antonym for decoys?
In the thesaurus, “decoys” has 50 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for decoys along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for decoys
- allures
- ambushes
- appeals
- attractions
- baits
- beguiles
- betrays
- bewitches
- calls
- captivates
- catches
- charms
- draws
- draws in
- enchants
- enmeshes
- ensnares
- entanglements
- enticements
- entices
- entrapments
- entraps
- fascinates
- hooks
- immeshes
- incentives
- inveigles
- leads on
- lures
- magnetizes
- meshes
- nets
- persuades
- plugs
- pulls
- scents
- seducements
- seduces
- seductions
- snares
- snows
- solicits
- spinners
- stool pigeons
- tangles
- temptations
- tempts
- traps
- trolls
- wiles
Antonyms for decoys
- alerts
- cautions
- forewarns
- repellants
- repellents
- repulses
- turns away
- warns
Meanings of decoys
- noun
- A person or object meant to lure somebody into danger.
- A real or fake animal used by hunters to lure game.
Example Sentences
- The hunter placed several decoys around the lake to attract ducks.
- Police used decoys to catch the pickpockets in the crowded market.
- The military deployed decoys to confuse enemy radar.
- The magician’s tricks often involve clever decoys to distract the audience.
- Hunters rely on decoys to increase their chances of a successful hunt.
On this page you'll find 58 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to decoys, such as: alerts, allures, ambushes, appeals, attractions, baits, beguiles.
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