Meaning of the word cheat in English

What does cheat mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

cheat

US /tʃiːt/

UK /tʃiːt/

act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage, especially in a game or examination

Example:

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He was caught trying to cheat on the exam.

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It's not fair to cheat in a game.

Synonym:

deceive defraud swindle trick dupe

to be unfaithful to one's spouse or partner

Example:

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She found out her husband was cheating on her.

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Many relationships end because one partner decides to cheat.

Synonym:

betray be unfaithful play around stray

a person who acts dishonestly in order to gain an advantage

Example:

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He's a known cheat in card games.

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Don't be a cheat, play fair.

Synonym:

deceiver fraudster swindler trickster impostor

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cheat on cheat sheet