1. to deceive or trick someone

Examples

• The con artist hoodwinks unsuspecting tourists with fake jewelry.
• Don’t let his charming smile hoodwink you into trusting him.
• The politician hoodwinks voters with empty promises every election.
• She hoodwinks her parents about where she goes after school.
• The salesman hoodwinks customers by hiding the true cost.
• He hoodwinks his boss by pretending to work late.