Engañada (en. Deceived)

/enɡaˈɲaða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
A person who has been deceived or disappointed.
The protagonist of the novel felt deceived after discovering the truth.
La protagonista de la novela se sintió engañada tras descubrir la verdad.
A woman who has suffered a betrayal or emotional disappointment.
After so many lies, she considers herself a deceived woman.
Después de tantas mentiras, se considera una mujer engañada.

Etymology

From the verb engañar, which comes from the Latin 'ingannare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to be deceived
To feel betrayed or disappointed in a relationship.
estar engañada

Related Words

deception
Act of deceiving, inducing error or confusion.
engaño
to deceive
Making someone believe something false.
engañar

Slang Meanings

Deception in the context of romantic relationships.
Yesterday I realized it was all a story, I feel very deceived.
Ayer me di cuenta que todo era un cuento, me siento muy engañada.
Feeling of betrayal in a group of friends.
After finding out the gossip, I feel completely deceived by them.
Después de enterarme del chisme, me siento completamente engañada por ellos.