swindler

[ˈswɪndlər]

swindler Definition

a person who uses deception to take people's money or property.

Using swindler: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "swindler" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The swindler convinced the elderly couple to give him their life savings.

  • Example

    He was exposed as a swindler after scamming several investors.

  • Example

    The company was shut down for employing swindlers to sell their products.

swindler Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for swindler

Phrases with swindler

  • a person who makes a living by cheating others out of their money or property

    Example

    The police arrested a professional swindler who had been operating in the area for years.

  • swindler's list

    a list of people who have been cheated or defrauded by a particular swindler

    Example

    The authorities are compiling a swindler's list to help victims of a recent scam.

  • a highly skilled and successful swindler

    Example

    He was known as a master swindler, having cheated countless people out of their money over the years.

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Summary: swindler in Brief

'Swindler' [ˈswɪndlər] is a noun that refers to a person who uses deception to take people's money or property. It is often used to describe someone who scams or defrauds others, as in 'He was exposed as a swindler after scamming several investors.' Synonyms include 'fraudster,' 'cheat,' and 'con artist.' Phrases like 'professional swindler' and 'swindler's list' provide additional context.

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