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Meaning of Fraudulent
The primary meaning of "Fraudulent" is related to something or someone that is intended to deceive or cheat.
Etymology of Fraudulent
The word "Fraudulent" originates from the Latin word "fraudulentem", which is the accusative singular of "fraudulentus", meaning "deceitful" or "cheating"
Historically, the term has been used since the 15th century to describe actions or behaviors that involve deceit or deception, especially in business or financial contexts
Synonyms
deceptive
dishonest
false
fake
sham
spurious
bogus
untrue
misleading
untrustworthy
corrupt
crooked
deceitful
duplicitous
fraudulent
insincere
phony
pretended
spurious
artificial
fabricated
feigned
forged
illusory
pretended
simulated
surreptitious
unauthentic
unreliable
unsound
fallacious
mendacious
perfidious
Definitions
- Relating to or characterized by deceit or deception, especially in business or financial matters
- Obtained or done by deceit or deception, especially in business or financial matters
- Intended to deceive or cheat people, especially in business or financial matters
Usage Examples
- The company was fined for engaging in fraudulent activities, such as falsifying financial records and misrepresenting their products
- The detective was tasked with investigating the fraudulent claims made by the insurance policyholder
- The online retailer was accused of making fraudulent promises to customers, such as guaranteeing overnight delivery when it was not possible
Antonyms
honest
truthful
sincere
genuine
authentic
reliable
trustworthy
credible
legitimate
lawful
valid
sound
just
fair
equitable
transparent
open
aboveboard
straightforward
forthright
candid
frank