Confidence Man
/ˈkɒnfɪdəns mæn/
Definitions
- (n.) A person who obtains money, goods, or other valuables through deception by gaining the victim's trust under false pretenses.
The confidence man tricked the investor into handing over thousands of dollars.
Forms
- confidence men
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Commentary
Often used in legal contexts to describe individuals committing fraud by exploiting trust; drafting should clarify the deceptive intent and victim reliance.
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