The term 'played for a fool' can be broken down into three words: USED, had, and DELUDED. USED is a four letter word meaning to employ or take advantage of something for a particular purpose. Had is a three letter word meaning to possess or own something. DELUDED is a seven letter word meaning to deceive or mislead someone. Together, these words form the phrase 'played for a fool, ' which means to be tricked or taken advantage of in a way that makes one look foolish.