defrauding

[dɪˈfrɔːdɪŋ]

defrauding Definition

illegally obtain money or property by deception.

Using defrauding: Examples

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

  • Example

    He was arrested for defrauding his clients.

  • Example

    She was accused of defrauding the company out of millions of dollars.

  • Example

    The company was found guilty of defrauding customers with false advertising.

defrauding Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for defrauding

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Summary: defrauding in Brief

The verb 'defrauding' [dɪˈfrɔːdɪŋ] means to illegally obtain money or property by deception. It is often used in legal contexts, such as 'He was arrested for defrauding his clients.' or 'The company was found guilty of defrauding customers with false advertising.' Synonyms include 'cheating,' 'swindling,' and 'deceiving.'