Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
scamster
noun
/ˈskamstər/
Definition
A person who engages in scams or fraudulent schemes, often deceiving others for personal gain.
Examples
- After losing his savings to a scamster, he became more vigilant about online investments.
- The scamster promised quick returns, luring in many unsuspecting victims.
- Her experience with a scamster made her cautious about sharing personal information online.
Meaning
A scamster is someone who tricks or deceives people, usually for financial benefit, by using deceptive tactics or false representations.
Synonyms
- fraudster
- con artist
- swindler
- charlatan
- trickster