Boodler is a slang term that refers to someone who gains profit through dishonest means, especially in politics or public life. Synonyms for boodler include: con artist, swindler, cheat, thief, embezzler, fraudster, scammer, huckster, snake-oil salesman, and charlatan. Other similar terms include grafters (someone who gains profit through political influence) or sleazebags (unscrupulous and immoral). These terms are often used to describe individuals engaged in corrupt practices, who take advantage of their position to enrich themselves at the expense of others. These synonyms serve as a reminder that such unethical behavior is not to be condoned and should be exposed and punished.