Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

bankster

noun

/ˈbæŋkstər/

Definition

A portmanteau of ‘banker’ and ‘gangster’, referring to individuals in the banking industry who are viewed as behaving in a corrupt or unscrupulous manner.

Examples

Many people blame the banksters for the financial crisis.
In the film, the villain is depicted as a bankster who exploits the system.
Activists protest against banksters and their influence on politics.

Meaning

The term suggests that certain bankers engage in illegal or unethical practices, typically for personal or corporate gain, akin to the actions of a gangster.