wheedling

[ˈwiːdlɪŋ]

wheedling Definition

using flattery or coaxing in order to persuade someone to do something or give one something.

Using wheedling: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "wheedling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He tried wheedling his way out of trouble.

  • Example

    She was wheedling for a raise.

  • Example

    The child's wheedling tone made it hard to say no.

wheedling Synonyms and Antonyms

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Summary: wheedling in Brief

'Wheedling' [ˈwiːdlɪŋ] is an adjective that describes the act of using flattery or coaxing to persuade someone to do something or give one something. It is often used to describe a person's tone or behavior, as in 'The child's wheedling tone made it hard to say no.'