How to Pronounce "cozened"
word
ˈkʌzənd
KUHZ-und
kˈəʊzən
KOH-zuhn
Definition
To cozened means to trick or cheat someone, usually by lying or deceiving them. It is a formal or old-fashioned word for being deceived or fooled.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkʌzənd
British English
kˈəʊzən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUHZ-und
UK
KOH-zuhn
Listen in Context
He was cozened by a false promise.
The merchant cozened his customers with fake goods.
They felt cozened after discovering the truth.
"I can't believe I was cozened by such a simple trick," she sighed.