V2 Vocabulary Building Dictionary
foil
verb, noun
Definition: (v.) 1. to hinder someone's efforts or thwart a plan; 2. to enhance something by using contrast; 3. to wrap something in matallic foil; (n.) 1. something that serves as a useful contrast to something else; 2. thin, flexible metal, often aluminum
Synonyms: (v.) thwart, prevent, hinder, baffle, prohibit, frustrate, counter, balk, (n.) contrast, antithesis, background
Antonyms: (v.) help, aid, expedite
Tips: Foil is a useful word to denote the hindering of a plan. For example, a villain's evil plans can be foiled by the hero. Less commonly, a foil can be something that serves by contrast to set off qualities of the displayed person or object. For example, diamonds can be laid on black cloth as a foil to contrast and bring out their brilliance.
Usage Examples:
I will not let negative people foil my plans for happiness. (counter, hinder) verb
The security guard became a hero the day he foiled the bank robbery. (hindered, prevented) verb
The head cheerleader like to have one or two less talented girls on the squad, to serve as foils and highlight her own skills. (contrasts, background elements) noun
My little brother's plan to disrupt our slumber party was foiled when my mom caught him with his squirt gun. (stopped, prevented) verb
Discover How You Can Improve Your
Vocabulary 10 to 100 Times Faster with
the Power Vocabulary Builder
Dear Friend,
The definition and lessons for the word foil were made available by the Power Vocabulary Builder.
The Power Vocabulary Builder will help you develop a fuller, richer vocabulary 10 to 100 times faster than any other program available.
Visit the the Power Vocabulary Builder site right now to discover how you can get full access to this breakthrough program today!
alacrity - Definition of alacrity
maladroit - Definition of maladroit
fallacy - Definition of fallacy
doggerel - Definition of doggerel
