trick

verb B1

Meaning

To trick someone means to make them believe something that is not true, often for fun or to deceive them.
💡 Be careful not to confuse "trick" with "treat"; a trick is usually a joke or deception.

Example Sentences

Can you trick him into playing the game with us ?
He tried to trick his friend with a funny joke .
He tried to trick me with a fake story yesterday .

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