Pronunciation: /ˈkɑn ˌɑrtɪst/
noun a person who cheats or tricks others by persuading them to believe something that is not true
A1 A con artist tricked me into giving them my credit card information.
A2 The con artist pretended to be a charity worker to scam people out of money.
B1 The con artist used a fake investment scheme to defraud unsuspecting victims.
B2 The con artist was so convincing that even the police were fooled by their elaborate schemes.
C1 The con artist's ability to manipulate others for personal gain was truly disturbing.
C2 Despite their reputation as a con artist, many people still fell for their deceptive tactics.
formal The authorities were able to apprehend the notorious con artist who had been scamming people for years.
informal I heard that Joe is a real con artist, always trying to pull a fast one on people.
slang Watch out for that con artist, he's been known to swindle unsuspecting victims.
figurative Her ability to manipulate situations and people made her a con artist in the game of politics.
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