Embroiled: meaning, definitions and examples
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embroiled
[ ɪmˈbrɔɪld ]
conflict
Involve (someone) deeply in an argument, conflict, or difficult situation.
Synonyms
embroil, ensnare, entangle, implicate, involve
Examples of usage
- She became embroiled in an argument with her boss.
- The country is embroiled in a bitter civil war.
- I don't want to get embroiled in their family drama.
legal
Accuse (someone) of involvement in a crime or dispute.
Synonyms
accuse, allege, charge, implicate, incriminate
Examples of usage
- He was embroiled in a corruption scandal.
- The company is embroiled in a lawsuit.
Translations
Translations of the word "embroiled" in other languages:
🇵🇹 envolvido
🇮🇳 उलझा हुआ
🇩🇪 verwickelt
🇮🇩 terlibat
🇺🇦 втягнутий
🇵🇱 uwikłany
🇯🇵 巻き込まれた
🇫🇷 impliqué
🇪🇸 involucrado
🇹🇷 dahil olmuş
🇰🇷 얽히다
🇸🇦 متورط
🇨🇿 zapletený
🇸🇰 zapletený
🇨🇳 卷入
🇸🇮 vpleten
🇮🇸 flæktur
🇰🇿 араласқан
🇬🇪 ჩართული
🇦🇿 qarışmış
🇲🇽 involucrado
Word origin
The word 'embroiled' originated from Middle French 'embroillier', which means 'to entangle'. It first appeared in English in the early 17th century. The term has been used primarily in the context of conflicts, arguments, and legal disputes, reflecting the idea of being deeply involved or entangled in a difficult situation.
See also: embroil, embroilment.