Fraud

Podcast 1 · Introduction

Fraud

A documentary-style narration: origin, meaning, and feel.

Part of speech

noun

Pronunciation

frawd  /frɔːd/

Definition

Wrongful or criminal deception intended to result in financial or personal gain; a person or thing intended to deceive others; an act of deceit.

Plain meaning

Fraud is deliberate deception for gain — a crime where someone lies or tricks others to get money, property, or advantage.

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Formal in legal contexts. Neutral and standard in everyday use and journalism.