dupe

[djuːp]

dupe Definition

  • 1to trick or deceive someone
  • 2a person who is easily tricked or deceived

Using dupe: Examples

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

  • Example

    He was duped into signing a fraudulent contract.

  • Example

    Don't be duped by their promises.

  • Example

    She realized she had been a dupe when she saw the true intentions of her supposed friends.

  • Example

    The con artist found his next dupe at the casino.

dupe Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for dupe

Antonyms for dupe

Phrases with dupe

  • to trick or deceive someone out of something

    Example

    The scammer duped him out of his life savings.

  • to be tricked or deceived by someone

    Example

    She fell for the dupe and lost all her money.

  • play the dupe

    to act as if one is being tricked or deceived in order to deceive others

    Example

    He played the dupe in order to gain their trust and gather evidence against them.

Origins of dupe

from French 'duppe', meaning 'to deceive'

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Summary: dupe in Brief

The term 'dupe' [djuːp] refers to the act of tricking or deceiving someone, or a person who is easily tricked or deceived. It can be used in phrases like 'dupe out of' and 'fall for a dupe,' and in the context of playing the dupe to deceive others. Examples include 'He was duped into signing a fraudulent contract' and 'The con artist found his next dupe at the casino.'