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wheedle Synonyms

Another word for wheedle

Choosing another word for wheedle depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To employ endearments, flattery, or gentle persistence in order to persuade someone to do something or give one something.

Usage Example

"The children tried to coax their parents into letting them stay up past their bedtime."

Strongest
coax
cajole
inveigle
Strong
blandish
sweet-talk
butter up
flatter
beguile
charm

• verb (Context 2)

To obtain something from someone by using flattery, coaxing, or artful persuasion.

Usage Example

"She managed to coax a complimentary upgrade out of the hotel receptionist."

Strongest
coax
Strong
wangle
finagle
worm

Opposites of wheedle

The opposite of wheedle shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

browbeat
bully
extort
intimidate
coerce
wrest
force
forfeit
See all opposites of wheedle

• Nearby Words

wheatmeal
wheaty
whee
wheedle
wheel
wheelbarrow
wheelchair

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Wheedle. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/wheedle
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