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swindle

[ˈswɪnd(ə)l]

swindle Definition

  • 1use deception to deprive (someone) of money or possessions
  • 2a fraudulent scheme or action

Using swindle: Examples

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

  • Example

    He swindled his clients out of thousands of dollars.

  • Example

    The company was accused of swindling investors.

  • Example

    She realized she had been swindled when the product didn't work as advertised.

swindle Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for swindle

Antonyms for swindle

Phrases with swindle

  • to cheat or deceive someone in order to take something from them

    Example

    He swindled her out of her life savings.

  • to carry out a fraudulent scheme or action

    Example

    The con artist pulled a swindle on unsuspecting tourists.

  • a complex and well-planned fraudulent scheme

    Example

    The Ponzi scheme was an elaborate swindle that defrauded thousands of people.

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Summary: swindle in Brief

The verb 'swindle' [ˈswɪnd(ə)l] means to use deception to take someone's money or possessions, or to carry out a fraudulent scheme. It is often used in legal contexts, as in 'The company was accused of swindling investors.' The phrase 'swindle someone out of something' is common, as is 'pull a swindle,' meaning to carry out a fraudulent action. 'An elaborate swindle' refers to a complex and well-planned fraudulent scheme.