What is beguiled meaning?

Beguiled is an adjective that describes a person who has been deceived or influenced by something or someone in a captivating or attractive way. It can also be used to describe someone who has lost their ability to think or act rationally due to being spellbound or charmed by someone or something. The word beguiled can be traced back to the Old English word "biggilan" which means to deceive or betray. Synonyms for beguiled include mesmerized, enchanted, bewitched, and captivated.