defraud
Translation
to defraud, to swindle, to cheat
Examples
He was accused of defrauding the company of millions.
He was accused of defrauding the company of millions.
They defrauded investors out of their life savings.
They defrauded investors out of their life savings.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) of ((sth.)) to illegally obtain money from (sb.) by deception He was accused of defrauding the company of millions.
Similar Words
Synonyms: swindle, cheat, deceive; Antonyms: be honest, treat fairly
Etymology
From Latin 'de-' (thoroughly) + 'fraudare' (to cheat).
Memory Tips
Connect it to the word 'fraud'. To 'defraud' is to commit fraud against someone.