Defrauding
Defrauding adjective - Marked by, based on, or done by the use of dishonest methods to acquire something of value.
Fleecing and defrauding are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Fleecing" instead a noun "Defrauding".
Fleecing
Fleecing noun - The exaction of a grossly excessive charge for goods or services.
Usage example: the fleecing of the summer tourists seems to be a time-honored tradition on that resort island
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Synonyms for Fleecing
Defrauding and fleecing are semantically related. You can use "Defrauding" instead a noun "Fleecing".
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