trickster
Translation
trickster, con artist, prankster, deceiver
Examples
In myths, the trickster often outsmarts the gods.
In myths, the trickster often outsmarts the gods.
He was a known trickster in the village.
He was a known trickster in the village.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) trickster a person who deceives people In myths, the trickster often outsmarts the gods.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deceiver, con artist, swindler
Etymology
From 'trick' (a cunning act) and the suffix '-ster', which denotes a person associated with something.
Memory Tips
Think of a character who plays tricks, like Loki in Norse mythology or Bugs Bunny in cartoons.