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embroil

verb

/ɪmˈbrɔɪl/

Meaning

to involve someone deeply in a conflict, argument, or difficult situation

The politician was embroiled in a major corruption scandal.

entangle, involve, ensnare, implicate, mire

free, release, disentangle

embroil in controversy, embroil in conflict, embroil someone, embroil nation

To lose luster, especially as a result of exposure to air or moisture; to damage reputation.

To make less severe, serious, or painful; to lessen the severity of damage or harm.

To decorate or display something in a noticeable or impressive way.

to jump high or far; to move quickly with large steps

to show or exhibit; to present for others to see

To ask for information; to investigate.