HAVE ON Synonyms: 73 Similar and Opposite Words

have on

verb

Definition of have on

chiefly British

as in to trick

to cause to believe what is untrue you're having me on, aren't you, mate?

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for have on

Verb

These fraudulent sites often mimic legitimate stores or rank high in search results, tricking desperate consumers into buying non-existent AC units.

— Steve Weisman, Forbes.com, 5 July 2026
The revenge story saw Tucker's exes convincing Snow's Kate to trick the ladies' man into falling in love with her.

— Rachel McRady, PEOPLE, 4 July 2026

Definition of trick

Verb

Part of the robot’s training was to handle situations in which its handlers have deliberately deceived it.

— Jim Edwards, Fortune, 6 July 2026
With or without Balogun, the co-host will be feeling confident against a Belgium team that has flattered to deceive in this tournament so far.

— David Hickey, NBC news, 6 July 2026

Definition of deceive

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Don’t be fooled by their jaw-dropping price; the flats boast a luxe look thanks to their low profile and—of course—glove silhouette.

— Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 3 July 2026
The fluffy blooms on mimosa trees (Albizia julibrissin) look pretty in pink, but don’t be fooled by their dainty appearance.

— Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 2 July 2026