Synonyms of lead on

lead on

verb

as in to tempt

to lead away from a usual or proper course by offering some pleasure or advantage

a con man whose dupes are usually led on by their own greed and eagerness to turn an easy buck

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tempt
• lure
• seduce
• persuade
• entice
• betray
• rope (in)
• bait
• decoy
• draw in
• allure
• solicit
• beguile
• trap
• snow
• fascinate
• immesh
• enchant
• mesh
• inveigle
• ensnare
• entrap
• snare
• enmesh
• charm
• catch
• tangle
• captivate
• magnetize
• wile
• bewitch

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ward (off)
• warn
• alert
• drive (away or off)
• caution
• turn away
• forewarn
• repulse