1. to trick or deceive someone
Usage: informal

1. a disadvantage or negative aspect
Usage: informal
2. a trick or deception
Usage: informal
3. a convict or prisoner
Usage: slang

Examples

• The salesman tried to con her into buying an expensive warranty.
• He was conned out of his life savings by fake investment advisors.
• What are the pros and cons of moving to a new city?
• The main con of this plan is the high cost.
• The whole thing was just a con to steal people's money.
• The ex-con struggled to find employment after his release.
• Don't let anyone con you into signing that contract.