cheat (B1)
verb
Pronunciation: /tʃiːt/
Definition
To act dishonestly or unfairly in order to gain an advantage, especially in a game, competition, or exam.
Examples
He was accused of cheating on his taxes.
Don't cheat your way to the top; earn your success honestly.
The player was disqualified for cheating during the match.
How to Use cheat
- cheat on (prepositional phrase)
- To be unfaithful to a partner. — "She was devastated when she learned he had cheated on her."
- cheat someone out of (prepositional phrase)
- To obtain something from someone by dishonest means. — "They were cheated out of their inheritance by a dishonest lawyer."
- cheat with (prepositional phrase)
- To have a sexual relationship with someone other than one's partner. — "He confessed that he had cheated with his coworker."
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