A con man, also known as a confidence man or a fraudster, is a person who uses deception to trick people into giving them their money or assets. Some other synonyms for con man include scammer, swindler, fraudster, hustler, grifter, and charlatan. A scammer is someone who uses fraudulent tactics to deceive others, while a swindler is someone who cheats others out of their money or property. A hustler is someone who uses their charm and manipulative skills to gain an advantage, while a grifter is someone who uses deceit and cunning to achieve their goals. A charlatan is someone who makes false claims or pretends to have expertise they do not possess.