WorldAugust 2, 2026

grifter

GRIF-ter

Definition

A person who engages in petty or small-scale swindling, fraud, or dishonest schemes to obtain money.

Etymology

The term originated in early 20th-century American criminal slang, likely as a variation of 'graft,' which refers to the unscrupulous use of a position of authority for personal gain.

In the news

The article uses 'grifter' as a derogatory label to characterize a political figure as someone who dishonestly gains wealth through schemes. It highlights how inflammatory language is used in viral social media posts to damage a reputation.

Fact Check: Did Todd Blanche call for Volodymyr Zelenskyy's indictment over alleged US fraud?

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