How Do You Spell SWINDLE?

1. Swindle is a verb that refers to the act of tricking or deceiving someone in order to obtain something valuable, usually money or goods, dishonestly or fraudulently. It involves a deliberate and intentional plan to exploit someone's trust or vulnerability for personal gain.

   When someone swindles another person, they engage in fraudulent or deceptive practices to manipulate the victim into believing a false representation or promise. Swindlers often employ various means such as false advertising, fake identities, forged documents, or elaborate schemes to deceive their victims.

   The intention behind a swindle is to mislead the victim into voluntarily giving up their possessions, money, or assets, thinking they are making a legitimate transaction or investment. It typically involves exploiting the victim's ignorance, naivety, or desperation. Swindles can occur in various contexts, including business transactions, investments, sales, or even personal relationships.

   Swindling is considered illegal and unethical in most jurisdictions, as it violates the principles of honesty, fairness, and trust. If caught, swindlers can face criminal charges and legal consequences.

   To protect oneself from becoming a victim of swindling, it is important to exercise caution and skepticism, conduct thorough research, verify information, and be aware of common scams or fraudulent practices.

2. To cheat grossly under the pretence of fair dealing; to defraud with deliberate artifice.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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The word "swindle" comes from the Old English verb "swindlian", which meant to "deceive or cheat". It is derived from the Old High German word "swintan", meaning "to disappear or conceal". The sense of "swindle" as a noun, referring to an act of deception or fraud, emerged in the early 18th century.

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Plural form of SWINDLE is SWINDLES

Conjugate verb Swindle

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