English dictionary

embroil

/E/m'br//Oi//l/

Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.

noun

force into some kind of situation, condition, or course of action

verb.stative

Synonyms drag drag in sweep sweep up tangle

Source: WordNet 3.0
To throw into confusion or commotion by contention or discord; to entangle in a broil or quarrel; to make confused; to distract; to involve in difficulties by dissension or strife.

verb

Source: webster1913