wheedling verb
whee·dle
The verb form of wheedling is wheedle
W wDefinitions
- verb with object wheedling to endeavor to influence (a person) by smooth, flattering, or beguiling words or acts: We wheedled him incessantly, but he would not consent. 1
- verb with object wheedling to persuade (a person) by such words or acts: She wheedled him into going with her. 1
- verb with object wheedling to obtain (something) by artful persuasions: I wheedled a new car out of my father. 1
- verb without object wheedling to use beguiling or artful persuasions: I always wheedle if I really need something. 1