Bluffed: meaning, definitions and examples

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bluffed

[ blʌft ]

Verb

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deception, game

To bluffed means to deceive someone into believing that one has a stronger or better position than one actually does, especially in a competitive context such as a game. It often involves feigning confidence or strength in order to mislead opponents. This tactic is common in poker and other similar games where strategies related to bluffing can determine the outcome. The term can also apply in everyday situations where someone tries to fabricate a sense of assurance to manipulate others.

Synonyms

deceived, duped, misled, tricked.

Examples of usage

He bluffed his way through the poker game.
She bluffed her friend into thinking she knew the answer.
During the negotiation, he bluffed to secure a better deal.

Translations

Translations of the word "bluffed" in other languages:

🇵🇹 enganou

🇮🇳 धोखा दिया

🇩🇪 bluffte

🇮🇩 menipu

🇺🇦 блефував

🇵🇱 blefował

🇯🇵 ブラフをかけた

🇫🇷 bluffé

🇪🇸 bluffeó

🇹🇷 bluff yaptı

🇰🇷 블러핑했다

🇸🇦 خدع

🇨🇿 bluffoval

🇸🇰 blufoval

🇨🇳 虚张声势

🇸🇮 bluffal

🇮🇸 bluffaði

🇰🇿 блеф жасады

🇬🇪 ბლეფი გააკეთა

🇦🇿 bluff etdi

🇲🇽 blufeó

Etymology

The term 'bluff' has its origins in the early 19th century, specifically derived from the language of gambling. It is believed to come from the Dutch word 'bluffen', which means 'to brag or boast'. The gambling context solidified its meaning as players began to use misrepresentation strategically in games like poker. The action of bluffing became associated with displaying a false front to intimidate or sway opponents, leading to the modern usage of the term in broader contexts of deception and strategy.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #36,377, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.

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