Defrauder and Phony

Defrauder

Defrauder noun - A dishonest person who uses clever means to cheat others out of something of value.
Usage example: the state's department of consumer protection has to contend with defrauders of every ilk
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Phony and defrauder are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Phony" instead a noun "Defrauder".

Phony

Phony noun - One who makes false claims of identity or expertise.
Usage example: the person who performed the liposuction operation was later discovered to be a phony

Defrauder and phony are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Defrauder" instead a noun "Phony".

Nearby Words: phoney, phone, phoning
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