Counterfeit
Counterfeit noun - An imitation that is passed off as genuine.
Grifter and counterfeit are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Grifter" instead a noun "Counterfeit".
Grifter
Grifter noun - A person who swindles you by means of deception or fraud.
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Counterfeit and grifter are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Counterfeit" instead a noun "Grifter".
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