Fraud
Fraud noun - An instance of the use of dishonest methods to acquire something of value.
Fraudulent scheme and fraud are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Fraudulent scheme" instead a noun "Fraud".
Nearby Word: fraudster
Fraudulent scheme
Fraudulent scheme noun - An illegal enterprise (such as extortion or fraud or drug peddling or prostitution) carried on for profit.
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Synonyms for Fraudulent scheme
Fraud and fraudulent scheme are semantically related. You can use "Fraud" instead a noun phrase "Fraudulent scheme".
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