Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
swindler
noun
/ˈswɪndlər/
Definition
A person who cheats or defrauds others, typically by trickery or deception.
Examples
- The swindler promised quick returns on investments but disappeared with the money.
- Many people fell victim to the swindler’s charm and false promises.
- The police arrested the swindler after receiving numerous complaints from his victims.
Meaning
A swindler is someone who, through dishonest means, takes money or property from others, often using schemes or scams to deceive them.
Synonyms
- fraudster
- con artist
- cheat
- trickster
- defrauder
