cheat

/ˈchēt/

verb

  1. to deprive of something valuable by the use of deceit or fraud

  2. to influence or lead by deceit, trick, or artifice

  3. to elude or thwart by or as if by outwitting

cheated the elderly couple out of their property

cheat cozen defraud swindle mean to get something by dishonesty or deception. cheat suggests using trickery that escapes observation. cozen implies artful persuading or flattering to attain a thing or a purpose.

noun

  1. the act or an instance of fraudulently deceiving : deception, fraud

  2. a code (such as a button combination or password) that activates a hidden feature or capability in a computer or video game

  3. one that cheats : pretender, deceiver

His financial activity turned out to be a great cheat.

noun

  1. a sheet containing information (such as test answers) used secretly for cheating

  2. a written or graphic aid (such as a sheet of notes) that can be referred to for help in understanding or remembering something complex