Easy Mark

Pronunciation: /iːzi mɑːrk/

Definitions of easy mark

noun a person who is easily deceived or taken advantage of

Example Sentences

A1 He is an easy mark for scammers because he trusts everyone.

A2 She was seen as an easy mark by the pickpocket due to her distracted demeanor.

B1 The tourist was targeted as an easy mark by the con artist in the crowded market.

B2 The elderly man became an easy mark for fraudulent investment schemes as he grew more isolated.

C1 The wealthy businessman was perceived as an easy mark by those seeking to exploit his financial resources.

C2 Despite his intelligence, he still fell victim to being an easy mark for sophisticated cyber criminals.

Examples of easy mark in a Sentence

formal The con artist targeted the elderly woman because she appeared to be an easy mark.

informal Watch out for that scammer, he always goes after the easy marks.

slang Don't be such an easy mark, stand up for yourself!

figurative The inexperienced negotiator was seen as an easy mark by the seasoned salesperson.

Grammatical Forms of easy mark

• past tense: marked
• plural: easy marks
• comparative: easier mark
• superlative: easiest mark
• present tense: easy mark
• future tense: will be an easy mark
• perfect tense: has been an easy mark
• continuous tense: is being an easy mark
• singular: easy mark
• positive degree: easy
• infinitive: to be an easy mark
• gerund: being an easy mark
• participle: marked

Origin and Evolution of easy mark

First Known Use: 1920 year

Language of Origin: English

Story behind the word: The phrase 'easy mark' originated in the United States in the early 20th century.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in con games and scams to refer to a person who is easily deceived or taken advantage of, the term 'easy mark' has evolved to also describe someone who is gullible or vulnerable in various situations.