online scam
/ɔnˈlaɪn ˈskæm/ · on·line·scam
noun
- A type of deception or fraud committed using the internet or other online platforms. The company fell victim to an online scam, losing thousands of dollars in a phishing attack.
- A scheme or trick used to deceive people online, often through social media or email. The online scam involved creating a fake social media account to steal people's personal information.
Did you know? Online scams have become increasingly sophisticated, with some scammers using AI-generated content to make their schemes more convincing.