Meaning & use
fraudulently
In a way that involves deliberate deception, especially to gain money or an unfair advantage illegally.
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He was charged with fraudulently claiming insurance payouts for accidents that never happened.
The company fraudulently inflated its sales figures to attract new investors.
A note on using this word
Fraudulently typically modifies verbs describing financial or legal wrongdoing, such as obtain, claim, or represent.
Words with a similar meaning
dishonestlydeceitfully
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