Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
con-man
noun
/ˈkänˌman/
Definition
A person who deceives others by convincing them to believe something that is not true, often for the purpose of financial gain.
Examples
- He was a con-man who scammed people out of their savings.
- It’s important to be cautious and not fall victim to a con-man’s tricks.
- The con-man used a fake identity to gain the victim’s trust.
Meaning
A con-man is someone who engages in swindling or trickery, typically through manipulation or deceit.
Synonyms
- swindler
- fraudster
- scammer
- charlatan
- trickster
