Definitions

1. noun

deception by making false representations to achieve an end; an act of swindling or cheating.

“The company was accused of perpetrating a massive fraud on unsuspecting investors.”

2. verb

to obtain something by deception or trickery; to cheat or swindle someone.

“She was frauded out of her life savings by a con artist.”

3. noun

a person who engages in deceitful or dishonest practices, especially for personal gain.

“The business consultant was exposed as a corporate fraud after embezzling millions from his clients.”