How to Pronounce "weaseled"
word
ˈwizəɫ
WEE-zuhlld
wˈiːzəl
WEE-zuhld
Definition
Used to describe when someone escapes a responsibility, situation, or question in a sneaky or dishonest way, like a weasel. Often appears as 'weaseled out of', meaning to avoid doing something.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈwizəɫ
British English
wˈiːzəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
WEE-zuhlld
UK
WEE-zuhld
Listen in Context
He weaseled out of doing his chores again.
She weaseled out of answering the question.
They weaseled out of paying for the meal.
My brother somehow weaseled his way out of trouble again.