Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
racketeer
noun
/ˌræk.ɪˈtɪr/
Definition
A person who engages in dishonest and fraudulent business dealings.
Examples
- The authorities arrested the racketeer for his involvement in a large-scale extortion scheme.
- In the novel, the main character is a racketeer who becomes entangled in a web of deceit and betrayal.
- The police are cracking down on racketeers who prey on unsuspecting businesses.
Meaning
The term racketeer refers to someone who uses illegal methods to make money, often involved in organized crime or illicit activities.
Synonyms
- criminal
- con artist
- swindler
- cheat
- scammer
