hustler
Translation
go-getter, energetic person, swindler, con artist
Examples
She's a real hustler and started her own business.
She's a real go-getter and started her own business.
He lost all his money to a pool hustler.
He lost all his money to a pool shark.
Grammar Patterns
an energetic person who works hard She's a real hustler and started her own business.
a person who gets money dishonestly He lost all his money to a pool hustler.
Similar Words
Synonyms: go-getter, entrepreneur (positive); swindler, con artist (negative)
Etymology
From the verb 'hustle' plus the agent noun suffix '-er'.
Memory Tips
A 'hustler' is someone who 'hustles'. The context decides if it's a positive (hard-working) or negative (deceitful) term.