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hoaxer

 

[ ˈhoʊksər ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

someone who creates and spreads false information

A hoaxer is someone who deliberately creates and spreads false information with the intention of deceiving others. Hoaxers often use various mediums such as social media, websites, and emails to propagate their hoaxes. They may do this for various reasons, such as to prank people, gain attention, or manipulate public opinion.

Synonyms

deceiver, fraudster, impostor.

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Word Description / Examples
hoaxer

A hoaxer is someone who creates or perpetuates false stories or scams, typically for the purpose of producing a humorous or shocking effect. It often involves public deception or pranks.

  • The hoaxer spread a fake news story online, causing widespread panic
  • The town fell for the hoaxer's prank about a UFO sighting
fraudster

A fraudster is involved in criminal activity, specifically in committing financial fraud. This term is used in legal and financial contexts to describe someone who intentionally deceives others for monetary gain.

  • The company lost millions because of a fraudster’s embezzlement
  • Authorities arrested a notorious fraudster who had been running a Ponzi scheme
deceiver

A deceiver is someone who misleads or tricks others, often by hiding the truth or manipulating information. The term is broad and can be used in various situations, from personal relationships to professional settings.

  • She felt betrayed when she discovered that her friend was a deceiver
  • The deceiver spun a complex web of lies to cover up his actions
impostor

An impostor is someone who pretends to be someone else, usually to gain some benefit or to deceive others. This can occur in various contexts, such as personal encounters or professional scenarios.

  • The impostor posed as a doctor to gain access to the hospital
  • She was shocked to find out that her colleague was an impostor using a fake identity

Examples of usage

  • The hoaxer spread a fake news story claiming that aliens had landed on Earth.
  • Online hoaxers often create elaborate schemes to trick people into believing their lies.
  • The hoaxer's misinformation caused panic among the public.
  • The authorities are investigating the identity of the hoaxer behind the viral hoax.
  • Many people fell victim to the hoaxer's deceptive tactics.

Translations

Translations of the word "hoaxer" in other languages:

🇵🇹 embusteiro

🇮🇳 धोखेबाज (dhokhebaaz)

🇩🇪 Betrüger

🇮🇩 penipu

🇺🇦 обманщик

🇵🇱 oszust

🇯🇵 詐欺師 (sagishi)

🇫🇷 imposteur

🇪🇸 embaucador

🇹🇷 dolandırıcı

🇰🇷 사기꾼 (sagikkun)

🇸🇦 محتال (muhtaal)

🇨🇿 podvodník

🇸🇰 podvodník

🇨🇳 骗子 (piànzi)

🇸🇮 prevarant

🇮🇸 svikari

🇰🇿 алдаушы

🇬🇪 მოტყუება (motyueba)

🇦🇿 aldadıcı

🇲🇽 embaucador

Etymology

The term 'hoaxer' originated in the mid-18th century, derived from the word 'hoax,' which means to deceive or trick someone. The concept of hoaxes has been present throughout history, with various individuals and groups using hoaxes for different purposes. Hoaxers have adapted to modern technology, using the internet and social media to spread misinformation quickly and widely.

See also: hoax.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #41,634, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.