Sucker

/ˈsʌkər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who is easily deceived or tricked.

Don't be such a sucker; you shouldn't trust everything you hear.

A device or part that creates a vacuum to suction something.

The sucker on the end of the plunger helped clear the blocked sink.

A sweet treat or lollipop.

She offered him a colorful sucker from her pocket.

A term used in martial arts or sports to refer to a weak opponent.

He thought he was tough until he faced a real sucker in the ring.

A plant shoot that grows from the base of a plant.

The gardener removed the sucker to encourage healthier growth from the main stem.

Middle English 'suker', from 'sucken' meaning to suck.

sucker punch

A surprise attack or blow.

sucker for punishment

A person who seems to enjoy difficult or unpleasant situations.

sucker bet

A bad wager that is likely to lose.

fool

A person who acts unwisely or imprudently.

deceiver

One that misleads or tricks others.

gullible

Easily deceived or tricked.

A person who is easily manipulated or taken advantage of.

Don't be a sucker; read the fine print before signing.

Someone who is very fond of something.

He's a total sucker for ice cream.