cheating
Translation
cheating, fraud, infidelity
Examples
Cheating in exams is strictly forbidden.
Cheating in exams is strictly forbidden.
He was accused of cheating on his wife.
He was accused of cheating on his wife.
Grammar Patterns
cheating ((in/on sth.)) the act of being dishonest in (sth.) Cheating in exams is strictly forbidden.
Similar Words
Synonyms: deception, fraud, dishonesty, infidelity
Etymology
The gerund form of the verb 'to cheat', used as a noun to describe the act of cheating.
Memory Tips
Remember that adding '-ing' to a verb can turn it into a noun representing the action itself.