Swindle and Stratagem

Swindle

Swindle noun - A scheme in which the victim is cheated out of his money after first gaining his trust.

Stratagem and swindle are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Stratagem" instead a noun "Swindle".

Nearby Words: swindler, swindling, swindled

Stratagem

Stratagem noun - A clever often underhanded means to achieve an end.
Usage example: tried various stratagems to get the cat into the carrier, but the feisty feline was wise to them all

Swindle and stratagem are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Swindle" instead a noun "Stratagem".
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