Deceivers: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe someone who regularly tricks or misleads others through deception. Often used in a moral or ethical context.

• Many political leaders are seen as deceivers by the public

Describes individuals who habitually tell untruths. This term can be used broadly in any context where someone is knowingly not truthful.

• Children are often taught that liars are not trusted by others

Commonly used to describe someone who breaks rules for personal gain, often in contexts related to games, sports, or relationships.

• He was disqualified from the race because he was caught among the cheaters

Refers to people who engage in dishonest activities for financial gain, typically involving deception and false claims. The term is often legal or business-related.

• The company was found guilty of committing frauds and had to pay substantial fines

Used to describe someone who lies or deceives people to achieve their own goals. It can refer to someone who is not necessarily involved in financial fraud but engages in dishonest behavior.

• She found out that her friend was a deceiver who had been spreading false rumors about her.
• Politicians who make false promises are often regarded as deceivers.

Describes people who control or influence others for their own benefit, often through psychological means. Manipulators may not always involve financial deception but rather aim to control situations and people.

• Manipulators often use guilt to get what they want from others.
• She realized too late that her partner was a manipulator who wanted to control every aspect of her life.

Refers specifically to individuals who engage in smart and elaborate scams, often by winning the trust of their victims and then betraying it for personal gain. Con artists typically use charm and persuasion.

• The con artist convinced the elderly woman to invest her savings in a fake business.
• He was particularly good at spotting potential victims for con artists.

Refers to individuals who engage in fraudulent schemes, typically with the goal of stealing money or personal information. The term often has a strong negative connotation.

• Scammers often create fake websites to trick people into giving away their credit card information.
• He received a phone call from a scammer pretending to be from the IRS.