Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fraudulent-scheme

noun

/ˈfrɔːdʒələnt skiːm/

Definition

A fraudulent scheme is a plan or tactic designed to deceive individuals or organizations for personal gain, often involving the misrepresentation of facts or intentions.

Examples

The con artist was sentenced to prison for running a fraudulent scheme that accumulated millions from victims.
Authorities uncovered a fraudulent scheme involving fake investment opportunities.
Many people fall prey to fraudulent schemes, often because the offers seem too good to be true.

Meaning

The term refers to any organized effort that aims to trick someone into losing something of value, typically money, through dishonest or deceptive practices.