suckered

word · lemma: sucker

Definition

To be tricked or deceived, often into believing or buying something that is not as good as it seems.

Usage & Nuances

Informal and colloquial; usually describes feeling foolish after being tricked, often in money or sales situations. 'Suckered into' is a common phrase. Do not use in formal writing.

Spanish: engañado - timado Portuguese (BR): enganado - passado para trás Portuguese (PT): enganado - ludibriado Chinese (Simplified): 被骗了 - 上当了 Chinese (Traditional): 被騙了 - 受騙了 Hindi: बेवकूफ़ बनाया गया Arabic: تعرض للخداع - انخدع

Example Sentences

I got suckered by a fake online ad.

basic

He suckered me into buying an expensive phone case.

basic

We all felt suckered after the show turned out to be a scam.

basic

I can’t believe I got suckered into signing up for that useless gym membership.

natural

She totally suckered him with that sob story.

natural

Don’t feel bad, a lot of people get suckered at their first job.

natural