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Meaning of foil
The primary meaning of the word "foil" is to prevent someone or something from succeeding or happening.
Etymology of foil
The word "foil" originated from the Old French word "fuille" meaning "leaf", which is also related to the Latin word "folium", also meaning "leaf"
The word "foil" has been used in English since the 14th century, initially to refer to a thin sheet of metal, and later to describe a person or thing that contrasts with another
Synonyms
thwart
frustrate
prevent
hinder
obstruct
block
impede
delay
counter
counteract
neutralize
oppose
resist
defeat
outmaneuver
outwit
outsmart
baffle
confound
perplex
puzzle
mystify
elude
evade
parry
dodge
sidestep
divert
distract
mislead
deceive
dupe
cheat
swindle
outplay
outdo
outperform
outrun
outshine
outclass
outmatch
overcome
overwhelm
conquer
vanquish
defeat
rout
check
checkmate
stymie
stall
snooker
outflank
outgun
outman
outmuscle
outpace
outspeed
outstep
outstrip
outvie.
Definitions
- To prevent someone or something from succeeding or happening
- A thin sheet of metal, especially one used as a backing or lining
- A person or thing that contrasts with and so emphasizes the characteristics of another
- In fencing, to engage in a bout using a foil, a light sword with a blunted tip
Usage Examples
- The new policy aims to foil the plans of the opposition party
- The detective tried to foil the plot to rob the bank
- The foil lining in the jacket helps to keep the body warm
- The comedian's straight man served as a foil to his humorous antics
- The two characters in the story serve as foils to each other, highlighting their contrasting personalities
Antonyms
aid
assist
help
support
facilitate
enable
promote
advance
encourage
further
abet
collude
conspire
cooperate
collaborate
assist
help
succor
relieve
alleviate
ease
mitigate
soften
lighten
facilitate
smooth
ease
simplify
expedite
hasten
accelerate
quicken
speed
facilitate
help
promote
foster
nurture
cultivate
encourage
support
uphold
back
endorse
sanction
approve
ratify
confirm
validate.