cheating
- 01 B1 Intermediate
n.behaving dishonestly in a game, test, or competition to win or get a better result.
n.the act of violating established rules or norms in a competitive or academic setting to gain an unfair advantage.
Simple“The teacher warned the students that any cheating would result in a failing grade.”
In context“Widespread cheating in the professional cycling circuit led to a complete overhaul of the anti-doping regulations and testing protocols.”
PitfallHe was caught in cheating during the exam. He was caught cheating during the exam.When 'cheat' or 'cheating' follows 'caught', do not use the preposition 'in'.
- 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
n.having a secret romantic or sexual relationship with someone while you are already in a relationship.
n.the act of being unfaithful to a romantic partner; a breach of monogamous commitment.
Simple“She ended the relationship after she discovered his cheating.”
In context“The therapist noted that emotional cheating can often be as damaging to a marriage as physical infidelity.”
SynonymsAntonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.describing someone who is dishonest or a way of doing things that breaks the rules.
adj.characterised by underhanded or unsporting behaviour; used to describe actions or individuals that bypass rules.
Simple“He has a cheating heart and can never stay loyal to one person.”
In context“The referee made a controversial call, accusing the defender of using cheating tactics to stop the striker.”