What does CHUMP mean?

Chump

Parts of Speech: Noun, verb

Definitions:

• A foolish or easily deceived person (noun)
• To cheat or deceive someone (verb)

Pronunciations:

• US: /tʃʌmp/
• UK: /tʃʌmp/

Origin and Usage:

The word "chump" originated in the 16th century from the Middle English word "choppen," meaning "to cut." Its usage as a noun to refer to a foolish person dates back to the early 20th century, while its usage as a verb meaning "to cheat or deceive" dates back to the mid-20th century. It is considered informal and sometimes derogatory.

Synonyms:

• fool
• dupe
• simpleton
• gullible person

Related Words:

• clump
• plump
• trump
• stump
• crump

Example Sentences:

• Don be a chump and fall for that scam.
• He felt like a chump for believing her lies.
• The salesman tried to chump the customer into buying a faulty product.