shill
1 synonym for shill, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Someone paid to promote or endorse something while pretending to be an impartial customer.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use shill
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
shill for
a paid shill
Etymology
Origin uncertain; first recorded in early 20th-century American carnival slang for a planted audience member.
Full origin of shill →Frequently asked questions
What does “shill” mean?
The word “shill” means someone paid to promote or endorse something while pretending to be an impartial customer. In plain terms, someone who secretly gets paid to talk up a product or service as if they genuinely love it.
How do you pronounce “shill”?
“Shill” is pronounced shihl (/ʃɪl/ in IPA).
How do you use “shill” in a sentence?
Here is “shill” used in a sentence: “The reviews turned out to be written by paid shills.”
What is another word for “shill”?
Words with a similar meaning to “shill” include shillaber.
What part of speech is “shill”?
Depending on how it is used, “shill” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “shill” come from?
The word “shill” dates back to around 1900. Origin uncertain; first recorded in early 20th-century American carnival slang for a planted audience member.
How many meanings does “shill” have?
“Shill” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: someone paid to promote or endorse something while pretending to be an impartial customer.
