cheat
UK: tʃiːt | US: tʃiːt
v. to act dishonestly or unfairly to gain an advantage
n. a person who behaves dishonestly; a fraud or deception
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The word "cheat" originates from the Old French term escheat, meaning "confiscation" or "forfeiture," which referred to property reverting to the state upon the owner's death without heirs. Over time, it evolved in Middle English to mean "deception" or "fraud," likely influenced by the idea of unlawfully seizing something. The modern sense of dishonesty emerged by the 16th century, reflecting a shift from legal terminology to broader moral wrongdoing.
He was caught trying to cheat on the exam.
The game penalizes players who cheat by using hacks.
She felt guilty after cheating her friend out of money.
The company fired employees for cheating customers.
Cheating undermines trust in any relationship.