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Definition of smishing

smishing

/ˈsmɪʃ.ɪŋ/
smish · ing
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smishing Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The fraudulent practice of sending deceptive text messages (SMS) purporting to be from reputable companies or institutions in order to trick individuals into revealing sensitive personal or financial information.

Example

"The bank issued an urgent security alert warning customers about a recent wave of smishing targeting mobile banking users."

Synonyms
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Word Nuance & Usage

While 'phishing' refers broadly to fraudulent attempts to obtain sensitive data—typically via email—'smishing' specifically denotes schemes conducted through SMS text messages, and 'vishing' refers to voice-call scams.

• Rhymes for smishing

• Nearby Words

smirk
smirker
smirky
smishing
smite
smith
smithereen

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the mid-2000s as a blend of 'SMS' (Short Message Service) and 'phishing'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Smishing. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/smishing
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