Fraudful

/ˈfrɔːdfʊl/ adjective

Definition

Full of fraud; characterized by deception, dishonesty, or intent to deceive.

Etymology

From 'fraud' (Latin 'fraus', deceit) + '-ful' (full of). The adjective form emphasizes that something is thoroughly or completely dishonest.

Kelly Says

'Fraudful' is less common than 'fraudulent,' but it appears in legal language—the two words essentially mean the same thing, showing how English permits redundant synonyms created through different derivational paths.

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