Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cheater

noun
/ˈtʃiːtər/
Definition
A person who acts dishonestly or fraudulently in order to gain something, often violating rules or principles.
Examples
  • He was accused of being a cheater after he was caught using unfair methods in the exam.
  • In relationships, trust is essential, and being a cheater can lead to heartbreak.
  • She felt like a cheater for not telling her partner about her feelings for someone else.
Meaning
The term ‘cheater’ commonly refers to someone who tricks or deceives others for personal gain, especially in contexts like games, exams, or relationships.
Synonyms
  • fraud
  • deceiver
  • double-crosser
  • swindler
  • trickster