cheating
/ˈtʃiːtɪŋ/
noun
- The act of breaking rules or acting dishonestly to gain an advantage.
- The company was fined for cheating on its safety inspections.
- Cheating on a test can result in a failing grade.
- Many people consider cheating in sports to be unacceptable.
- The act of being sexually unfaithful to a romantic partner.
- Cheating can destroy trust in a relationship.
- She couldn't forgive his cheating and ended the marriage.
- The novel explores the emotional consequences of cheating.
Synonyms
adjective
- Involving or characterized by dishonesty or rule-breaking.
- The cheating player was banned from the tournament.
- The cheating husband eventually confessed to his wife.
- They used cheating software to win the game.