Cheat and Patsy

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Cheat noun - A dishonest person who uses clever means to cheat others out of something of value.

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Patsy is an antonym for cheat.

Nearby Words: cheating, cheated, cheater

Patsy noun - One who is easily deceived or cheated.

Usage example: an Internet newbie who's the perfect patsy for a cyber scam

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Cheat is an antonym for patsy.

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