Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fraude
Noun
/frowd/
Definition
Fraud is the act of deceiving someone for personal gain or to harm another person.
Examples
- In the business world, fraud can take many forms, including embezzlement, forgery, and identity theft.
- She reported the fraud to the authorities after discovering that her credit card had been used without her permission.
- Fraudulent activities can lead to severe legal consequences and damaged reputations.
Meaning
It refers to wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain.
Synonyms
- Deception
- Scam
- Fake
- Hoax
- Con