leading astray

(noun) the act of enticing others into sinful ways. Synonyms: leading astray, leading off.

(verb) teach immoral behavior to. Synonyms: lead off, lead astray. Example: "It was common practice to lead off the young ones, and teach them bad habits."

(verb) lead someone in the wrong direction or give someone wrong directions. Synonyms: mislead, misdirect, misguide, lead astray. Example: "The pedestrian misdirected the out-of-town driver."

(verb) cause someone to believe an untruth. Synonyms: deceive, betray, lead astray. Example: "The insurance company deceived me when they told me they were covering my house."