defraud
14 synonyms for defraud, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To get money or property from someone through deception.
Synonyms
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Less common
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Rare, literary or technical
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How to use defraud
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
defraud investors
defraud the government
conspiracy to defraud
Etymology
From Old French defrauder, from de- + frauder — from the same root as "fraud."
Full origin of defraud →Frequently asked questions
What does “defraud” mean?
The word “defraud” means to get money or property from someone through deception. In plain terms, to cheat someone out of money through trickery.
How do you pronounce “defraud”?
“Defraud” is pronounced dih-FRAWD (/dɪˈfɹɔd/ in IPA).
How do you use “defraud” in a sentence?
Here is “defraud” used in a sentence: “The accountant was jailed for defrauding clients of millions.”
What part of speech is “defraud”?
“Defraud” is a verb.
Where does the word “defraud” come from?
The word “defraud” comes from Old French. From Old French defrauder, from de- + frauder — from the same root as "fraud.".
