dupe
word
Definition
To trick or deceive someone, or the person who has been tricked. As a noun, it means a person who has been easily deceived.
Usage & Nuances
Informal; as a verb, usually used in negative or sarcastic contexts. As a noun, 'dupe' refers to someone who has been fooled, often used in scams or tricks. Common collocations: 'dupe someone into', 'an easy dupe'. Sometimes confused with 'duplicate' (copy), but unrelated in meaning.
Example Sentences
He tried to dupe me with a fake website.
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She was a dupe of the scammer.
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Don’t let them dupe you with empty promises.
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I can’t believe I was such a dupe; I actually sent him money!
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Scammers often dupe people by pretending to be from a bank.
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He’s nobody’s dupe; he always checks the facts before trusting anyone.
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