Meaning of the word fooled in English

What does fooled mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

fooled

US /fuːld/
UK /fuːld/

Verb

past tense and past participle of 'fool', meaning to trick or deceive someone

Example:
He completely fooled me with his magic trick.
Don't be fooled by his charming smile; he's not trustworthy.

Adjective

deceived or tricked

Example:
I felt completely fooled when I realized the truth.
She was easily fooled by his sweet words.