Synonyms of decoy

Noun


1. decoy, steerer, deceiver, cheat, cheater, trickster, beguiler, slicker, accomplice, confederate

usage: a beguiler who leads someone into danger (usually as part of a plot)

2. bait, decoy, lure, device

usage: something used to lure fish or other animals into danger so they can be trapped or killed

Verb


1. decoy, entice, lure, tempt

usage: lure or entrap with or as if with a decoy

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