Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
swindled
verb
/ˈswɪndəld/
Definition
Swindled refers to the act of cheating or defrauding someone out of money or possessions.
Examples
- He was swindled out of his life savings by a fraudulent investment scheme.
- The con artist swindled several tourists in the city.
- After being swindled, she became more cautious about sharing personal information.
Meaning
To swindle someone means to deceive them, especially for the purpose of financial gain.
Synonyms
- cheated
- defrauded
- conned
- duped
- exploited
