embroil

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Synonyms: emboil

Antonyms: emboil

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Verb

1. To bring (something) into a state of confusion or uproar; to complicate, to confuse, to jumble.
2. To cause (someone) to be drawn into or involved in a difficult situation or state of contention.
   • Avoid him. He will embroil you in his fights.

Noun

1. A state of confusion or uproar; a commotion, a disturbance; also, a quarrel.
2. A state of anxiety or disturbance of the mind.

Verb

1. To set (something) on fire; to burn (something).

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