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decoy Antonyms

Opposite of decoy

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• verb (Context 1)

To lure or entice a person or animal away from their intended course, typically into a trap or vulnerable position.

Usage Example

"The retreating troops attempted to repel the opposing forces into a narrow ravine."

Weak
repel
deter
warn

Similar words to decoy

Looking for synonyms? Words similar to decoy vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:

lure
entice
bait
tempt
trick
distraction
enticement
trap
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• Nearby Words

deck
decomplex
decoration
decoy
dee
deer
deer mouse

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Decoy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/decoy
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