Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

escroc

noun
/ɛs.kʁɔk/
Definition
A fraudulent or swindling person; a con artist.
Examples
  • After being caught in a scam, the police labeled him an escroc.
  • She realized too late that the offer was made by an escroc.
Meaning
The term ‘escroc’ refers to someone who engages in dishonest activities to deceive others, often for financial gain.
Synonyms
  • scammer
  • con artist
  • swindler
  • fraudster