Synonyms for

Defraud

Verb / dɪˈfrɔ:d / Another word for defraud — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to cheat or deceive someone in order to get money or something else of value

Synonyms & similar words

goldbrick diddle victimize shortchange nobble scam hornswoggle mulct gip gyp con bunco swindle rook cheat swindle deceive trick dupe fool hoodwink mislead exploit scam bamboozle gyp double-cross beguile ensnare entrap fleece rob steal

Example sentences

  1. The company tried to defraud its customers by selling them fake products.
  2. The man was defrauded of his life savings by a fraudulent investment scheme.
  3. She was caught trying to defraud the insurance company.
  4. He was accused of attempting to defraud the government.
  5. The scam artist defrauded innocent victims out of millions of dollars.

Quotes

  • It is better to risk saving a guilty man than to condemn an innocent one. - Voltaire
  • Honesty is the best policy. - Benjamin Franklin
  • Truth will ultimately prevail where there is pains to bring it to light. - George Washington

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