What does CHEAT mean?

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Noun, verb

Definitions:

Noun: a person who behaves dishonestly in order to gain an advantage; a fraud or swindler.
Verb: act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage.

Pronunciations:

US: /tʃit/

UK: /tʃiːt/

Origin and Usage:

The word "cheat" originated in the 16th century from the Middle English word "chete," meaning "to escheat," or "to confiscate." Its usage has evolved to refer to dishonest behavior, and it is commonly used in everyday speech.

Synonyms:

Deceive, defraud, swindle, trick, dupe, hoodwink, mislead, beguile, bamboozle, double-cross, rip off, con, scam, fleece, shaft, hose, gyp.

Related Words:

Scam, fraud, theft, hoax, bluff.

Example Sentences:

Noun: The casino caught the cheat counting cards and banned him from playing blackjack.
Verb: He cheated on the test by looking at his neighbors paper.