Cheat and Phony

Cheat

Cheat noun - A dishonest person who uses clever means to cheat others out of something of value.
Usage example: a cheat at cards

Phony is a synonym for cheat in person topic. In some cases you can use "Phony" instead the word "Cheat" as a noun or a verb, when it comes to topics like counterfeit, con man, pretender.

Nearby Words: cheating, cheated, cheater

Phony

Phony noun - A person who professes beliefs and opinions that he or she does not hold in order to conceal his or her real feelings or motives.

Cheat is a synonym for phony in person topic. Sometimes you can use "Cheat" instead the word "Phony" as a noun or a verb, if it concerns topics such as counterfeit, con man, pretender.

Nearby Words: phoney, phone, phoning
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