Defraud

Pronunciation: /dɪˈfrɔːd/

Defraud (verb)

  1. To take money or property from someone by using lies or dishonest plans to make them believe something false.
  2. To cause a person or organization to lose money by dishonest actions, often involving false information or fake documents.

Examples

  • The scammer defrauds customers by tricking them into paying.
  • Customers are defrauded when they trust false promises.