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conman

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Noun — A person who cheats or deceives others out of money or trust, typically through a confidence scheme.

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a smooth conman fall for a conman a conman's trick

Etymology

A shortening of "confidence man" — someone who wins a victim's confidence in order to swindle them.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “conman” mean?

The word “conman” means a person who cheats or deceives others out of money or trust, typically through a confidence scheme. In plain terms, a scammer or swindler who tricks people by first earning their trust.

How do you use “conman” in a sentence?

Here is “conman” used in a sentence: “The conman convinced elderly residents to hand over their savings for a fake investment.”

What part of speech is “conman”?

“Conman” is a noun.

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