cozens (Meaning)
cozens
to deceive by skillful trickery, to gain by cozening someone, to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
Synonyms & Antonyms of cozens
Synonyms:
- does a number on
- hoodwinks
- pulls the wool over one's eyes
- spoofs
- fakes out
- gaffs
- gulls
- stings
- has on
- snows
- misleads
- bamboozles
- suckers
- misguides
- dupes
- hoaxes
- catches
- sucks in
- deludes
- buffaloes
- humbugs
- leads one down the garden path
- takes in
- cheats
- leads one up the garden path
- cons
- strings along
- misinforms
- has
- snookers
- hornswoggles
- juggles
- beguiles
- teases
- bluffs
Antonyms:
cozens Sentence Examples
- The cozens were eagerly awaiting their cousins' arrival for the family reunion.
- The siblings were close cozens who often spent time together.
- The cozens shared a mutual fondness for their grandmother's home cooking.
- Despite their close relationship, the cozens occasionally had misunderstandings.
- The cozens were known for their unwavering support and loyalty to each other.
- The cozens established a strong bond based on shared experiences and family values.
- The cozens took pride in their family history and maintained its traditions.
- The cozens' playful banter often brought laughter to family gatherings.
- The cozens were grateful for the special bond they shared as extended family.
- The cozens' love and respect for one another transcended their immediate family ties.
FAQs About the word cozens
to deceive by skillful trickery, to gain by cozening someone, to deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
deceives, fools, kids,tricks, does a number on, hoodwinks, pulls the wool over one's eyes, spoofs, fakes out, gaffs
discloses, unmasks, uncovers,reveals, undeceives, shows up, exposes, tells, uncloaks, unveils
The cozens were eagerly awaiting their cousins' arrival for the family reunion.
The siblings were close cozens who often spent time together.
The cozens shared a mutual fondness for their grandmother's home cooking.
Despite their close relationship, the cozens occasionally had misunderstandings.
