Cheater

/ˈtʃiːtə/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who acts dishonestly in order to gain something, typically an unfair advantage.

The cheater was caught red-handed during the exam.

A person who is unfaithful in a romantic relationship.

She found out her partner was a cheater and ended the relationship.

A device or strategy used to cheat or gain an advantage.

The software was labeled as a cheater because it exploited vulnerabilities in the game.

Derived from 'cheat', which originates from the Middle English 'cheten' meaning to trick or deceive.

cheater in a game

A person who uses unfair methods to win in games or sports.

cheater in a relationship

Someone who is unfaithful or betrays the trust of their partner.

cheating

The act of deceiving or being dishonest, especially to gain something.

deceit

The act of deceiving someone by hiding the truth.

Player

He's such a player, always chasing after multiple girls; total cheater vibes.

Snake

I can't believe he lied to me; he's a total snake for cheating on her.