1. a person who commits fraud; someone who deliberately deceives others for financial or personal gain
Usage: informal; commonly used in legal and journalistic contexts

Examples

• The fraudster was arrested after stealing millions from elderly investors.
• Online fraudsters often use fake websites to collect personal information.
• She exposed the fraudster's scheme to the authorities.
• The company hired investigators to catch the fraudster operating within their organization.
• Fraudsters typically prey on vulnerable people who are less likely to question suspicious offers.
• He was convicted as a fraudster for running a Ponzi scheme.
• The fraudster created fake documents to support his false claims.