Swindler

usgb/ˈswɪndlər/
noun

A person who tricks others to take their money or property fraudulently.

The swindler convinced people to give him their life savings with the promise of huge returns on their investment.
Visual representation of "swindler" - A person who tricks others to take their money or property fraudulently.

Often appears as...

  • accused swindler
  • notorious swindler

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Disapproving

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Negative Connotation

The word 'swindler' has a very negative and dishonest implication.

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She felt betrayed when she realized the businessman was a swindler.
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Criminal Activity

'Swindler' implies illegal activity and is used in legal and crime-related contexts.

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The police arrested the swindler for his elaborate Ponzi scheme.
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Trust Exploitation

A swindler often gains trust before defrauding people, making the betrayal more impactful.

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He posed as a charity worker, but he was really a swindler.
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