Counterfeit
Counterfeit noun - An imitation that is passed off as genuine.
Con artist and counterfeit are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Con artist" instead a noun "Counterfeit".
Con artist
Con artist noun - A swindler who exploits the confidence of his victim.
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Synonyms for Con artist
Counterfeit and con artist are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Counterfeit" instead a noun phrase "Con artist".
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