Ensnare

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈsner/

Definitions of ensnare

verb to catch or trap someone or something in a snare or trap

Example Sentences

A1 The spider tried to ensnare the fly in its web.

A2 The detective set a trap to ensnare the criminal.

B1 The company used deceptive marketing tactics to ensnare customers.

B2 The politician was caught in a scandal that ensnared several other officials.

C1 The master manipulator was able to ensnare even the most cautious individuals.

C2 The cult leader had a charismatic personality that could ensnare people into following his every command.

Examples of ensnare in a Sentence

formal The spider used its web to ensnare its prey.

informal I accidentally ensnared my shoelaces in the bike chain.

slang The scam artist tried to ensnare me in his latest scheme.

figurative Her beauty was so captivating, it seemed to ensnare everyone around her.

Grammatical Forms of ensnare

• past tense: ensnared
• plural: ensnares
• comparative: more ensnaring
• superlative: most ensnaring
• present tense: ensnares
• future tense: will ensnare
• perfect tense: has ensnared
• continuous tense: is ensnaring
• singular: ensnares
• positive degree: ensnare
• infinitive: ensnare
• gerund: ensnaring
• participle: ensnaring

Origin and Evolution of ensnare

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Middle English

Story behind the word: The word 'ensnare' originated from Middle English, derived from the Old French word 'senar' meaning to trap or catch.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'ensnare' has retained its original meaning of trapping or catching, but has also come to be used metaphorically to describe situations where someone is caught or entangled in a difficult or dangerous situation.