Synonyms for

Scammer

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

Definition

A person who cheats or deceives others, typically by gaining their trust and then stealing their money.

Synonyms & similar words

chiseller grifter gouger chiseler swindler defrauder fraudster swindler cheater deceiver trickster grifter thief crook hoodwinker sharper charlatan impostor poser pretender fake hoaxer dupe fleece rook

Example sentences

  1. The scammer promised to send me a free iPad if I filled out his survey.
  2. When the scammer called, my grandma gave him her social security number.
  3. The scammer's email looked so real, I almost fell for it.
  4. The scammer used a fake charity to steal money from kind-hearted people.
  5. The scammer convinced me to invest in his fake company, and then disappeared with my money.

Quotes

  • "A scammer is only a scammer as long as he's successful." - Irving Welsh
  • "The Internet is the most important single development in the history of human communication since the invention of call waiting. It's the largest library in the history of the world, but that doesn't mean you can't get lost in it." - Dan Brown
  • "If you become a victim of identity theft, it's important to act immediately to stop the thief's further use of your identity." - Maria Cantwell

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