What is another word for defrauds?

Pronunciation: [dɪfɹˈɔːdz] (IPA)

Defrauds is a verb that means to deceive or cheat someone for personal gain. It is always wise to expand our vocabulary of synonyms to improve our communicative skills. Some synonyms for defrauds include deceive, dupe, trick, cheat, swindle, hoodwink, bilk, scam, con, and victimize. Each synonym has its respective nuances and usage, and understanding their meanings and connotations can be useful in different situations. These terms are often used interchangeably to indicate fraud or someone who has committed fraud. It is important to choose the right words depending on the context to avoid miscommunication and misunderstandings.

What are the hypernyms for Defrauds?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

Usage examples for Defrauds

While rival undertakers hover round, And with his spade the sexton marks the ground, Intent not on her own, but others' doom, She plans new conquests, and defrauds the tomb.
"The Poetical Works of Edward Young, Volume 2"
Edward Young
"'Twould be foul injustice," said the purser with a quiet laugh, "if I were to deny that Maggot is a good man and true, in the matter of wrestling; nevertheless he is an arrant rogue, and defrauds the revenue woefully.
"Deep Down, a Tale of the Cornish Mines"
R.M. Ballantyne
Many students, who have passed through a regular course of instruction from me, have been invalids and were healed in the class; but experience has shown that this defrauds the scholar, though it heals the sick.
"Rudimental Divine Science"
Mary Baker Eddy

Famous quotes with Defrauds

  • If a man defrauds you one time, he is a rascal; if he does it twice, you are a fool.
    Author Unknown

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