Quackery

Pronunciation: /ˈkwækəriː/

Quackery (noun)

  1. Selling or promoting treatments as if they work, when there is no real proof they are safe or effective.
  2. Tricking people with false promises about health, skills, or results, usually for money or influence.

Examples

  • The clinic was shut down for fake medical claims.
  • Many people lost money after believing fake medical claims.