What does entangle mean?
Entangle means (transitive) To tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated..
Entangle
/ɪnˈtaŋ.ɡəl/ · verb
Meaning
(transitive) To tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated..
Definitions by Sense
- (transitive) To tangle up; to twist or interweave in such a manner as not to be easily separated.
- (transitive) To involve in such complications as to render extrication difficult.
- (transitive, figuratively) To ensnare.
- (transitive) To involve in difficulties or embarrassments; to embarrass, puzzle, or distract by adverse or perplexing circumstances, interests, demands, etc.; to hamper; to bewilder.
Example Sentences
The dolphins became entangled in a fishing net.
But when I turn away, / Thou, willing me to stay, / Wooest not, nor vainly wranglest; / But, looking fixedly the while, / All my bounding heart entanglest, / In a golden-netted smile; […]
The story entangles the facts with value judgments.
Synonyms for entangle
Antonyms for entangle
Related Words
Word Forms
- entangles
- entangling
- entangled
- entangel
- intangle
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for entangle?
Common synonyms include enmesh, ensnare, ensnarl, entangle.
What is the opposite of entangle?
Possible antonyms include disentangle, unsnarl, feeze, tease out.
How do you use entangle in a sentence?
The dolphins became entangled in a fishing net.
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