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fraud

/frɔːd/

CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #4664 in the learning path

欺诈;诈骗

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Definitions

n. Dishonest behaviour intended to gain money or another advantage.

欺诈;诈骗

n. A person or thing pretending to be genuine.

骗子;冒牌货

Example

The bank called after spotting possible fraud on my account.

银行发现我的账户可能涉及诈骗后打来了电话。

Stronger consumer protection laws can help prevent online fraud and increase public confidence in digital payments.

更完善的消费者保护法律有助于防止网络诈骗,并增强公众对数字支付的信心。

Collocations

  • commit fraud
  • identity fraud
  • insurance fraud
  • a complete fraud

Word family

  • fraudulent (adj.)
  • fraudulently (adv.)
  • fraudster (n.)

Synonyms

  • deception

Usage tip

欺诈行为通常不可数;指骗子时用a fraud。

FAQ

What does fraud mean?
Dishonest behaviour intended to gain money or another advantage. A person or thing pretending to be genuine.
How is fraud pronounced?
UK /frɔːd/, US /frɔːd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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