noun
Uncommon
cheater
CHEET
Cheater (noun) means someone who cheats, especially by breaking rules for an unfair advantage. Example: “The online game bans cheaters who use unauthorized software.”
noun
1
Someone who cheats, especially by breaking rules for an unfair advantage.
"The online game bans cheaters who use unauthorized software."
"He was branded a cheater after the affair came to light."
How to use cheater
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person who cheats — whether at a game, a test, or in a relationship.
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Word forms
- Plural
- cheaters
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The online game bans _____ who use unauthorized software.
Etymology
From cheat + the agent suffix -er.
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Rhymes for cheater
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What does “cheater” mean?
The word “cheater” means someone who cheats, especially by breaking rules for an unfair advantage. In plain terms, a person who cheats — whether at a game, a test, or in a relationship.
How do you pronounce “cheater”?
“Cheater” is pronounced CHEET (/ˈt͡ʃiːtɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “cheater” in a sentence?
Here is “cheater” used in a sentence: “The online game bans cheaters who use unauthorized software.”
What part of speech is “cheater”?
“Cheater” is a noun.
Is “cheater” a common word?
“Cheater” is an uncommon word in modern English.
