Synonyms for

Scamming

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

Definition

The act of deceiving or defrauding someone for personal gain.

Synonyms & similar words

cheating swindling deceiving fraudulent tricking duping hoodwinking conniving bamboozling deceptive trapping fooling misleading tricking deluding defrauding manipulating trapping devious hoodwinking

Example sentences

  1. The scammer was arrested for scamming people on the internet.
  2. She felt terrible after realizing she had been a victim of scamming.
  3. Scamming is an illegal activity that can lead to severe consequences.
  4. He used various techniques to trick people into scamming them.
  5. The company lost a lot of money due to the scamming activities of its employees.

Quotes

  • Scamming is a cowardly act that takes advantage of people's trust.
  • The art of scamming lies in the ability to deceive without raising suspicion.
  • Scamming is like a web of lies that ensnares its victims.

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