wheedle
UK/'hwi:dl/US
TOEFLGREC2
Definitions
v.
To persuade or coax someone using flattery or charm; to obtain something by such means.
用甜言蜜语哄骗，奉承讨好
Root Breakdown
Native Englishwheedleother
=wheedle
Example Sentences
- 1.
He tried to wheedle money out of his wealthy uncle for the business venture.
- 2.
Don't let her wheedle you into agreeing to something you don't want to do.