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swindlers

 

[ ˈswɪndlərz ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

criminal activity

A person who deceives others, typically for personal gain, by using fraudulent or deceptive methods. Swindlers are often skilled at manipulating people and convincing them to give up their money or valuables.

Synonyms

con artist, fraudster, scammer

Examples of usage

  • He was caught by the police for being involved in a swindlers' ring.
  • The swindlers promised huge returns on investment but disappeared with the money.
Context #2 | Noun

deceptive behavior

Someone who tricks or cheats others through deceitful actions or schemes. Swindlers often prey on the vulnerable and unsuspecting.

Synonyms

cheater, deceiver, imposter

Examples of usage

  • The elderly woman fell victim to a group of heartless swindlers.
  • The swindlers convinced the couple to sign over their property in a fraudulent scheme.

Translations

Translations of the word "swindlers" in other languages:

🇵🇹 trapaceiros

🇮🇳 धोखेबाज

🇩🇪 Betrüger

🇮🇩 penipu

🇺🇦 шахраї

🇵🇱 oszuści

🇯🇵 詐欺師 (さぎし)

🇫🇷 escrocs

🇪🇸 estafadores

🇹🇷 dolandırıcılar

🇰🇷 사기꾼들

🇸🇦 المحتالون

🇨🇿 podvodníci

🇸🇰 podvodníci

🇨🇳 骗子 (piànzi)

🇸🇮 goljufi

🇮🇸 svindlarar

🇰🇿 алдаушылар

🇬🇪 თაღლითები

🇦🇿 dələduzlar

🇲🇽 estafadores

Word origin

The word 'swindler' originated in the early 18th century, derived from the German 'schwindler' meaning a cheat or impostor. It gained popularity in English due to its association with fraudulent activities and deceptive behavior.

See also: swindler.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,342 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.