dupe
29 synonyms and 0 antonyms for dupe, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To trick or deceive someone, usually to gain something from them.
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How to use dupe
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Etymology
From French duper, thought to come from an old term for the hoopoe bird, once considered a foolish-looking creature.
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What does “dupe” mean?
The word “dupe” means to trick or deceive someone, usually to gain something from them. In plain terms, to con someone, a person who's been conned, or (in modern slang) a cheaper copy of a name-brand product.
How do you pronounce “dupe”?
“Dupe” is pronounced joop (/duːp/ in IPA).
How do you use “dupe” in a sentence?
Here is “dupe” used in a sentence: “The scammer duped elderly victims out of their savings.”
What is another word for “dupe”?
Words with a similar meaning to “dupe” include chump, chumpion, cousin, cull, cully and dotterel.
What part of speech is “dupe”?
Depending on how it is used, “dupe” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “dupe” come from?
The word “dupe” comes from French. From French duper, thought to come from an old term for the hoopoe bird, once considered a foolish-looking creature.
How many meanings does “dupe” have?
“Dupe” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to trick or deceive someone, usually to gain something from them.