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swindle Synonyms

Another word for swindle

Choosing another word for swindle depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To use deception to deprive someone of money or possessions; to obtain money or property fraudulently.

Usage Example

"The dishonest contractor tried to defraud elderly homeowners out of their retirement funds."

Strongest
defraud
cheat
scam
con
Strong
fleece
rip off
bilk
bamboozle
dupe
hoodwink

• noun (Context 2)

A fraudulent scheme or action used to cheat someone out of money or possessions.

Usage Example

"Thousands of investors lost their savings in the elaborate real estate scam."

Strongest
scam
fraud
con
Strong
racket
flimflam
rip-off
hoax
deception

• Nearby Words

swimmingly
swimsuit
swimwear
swindle
swindler
swine
swineherd

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Swindle. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/swindle
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