A fraude
Example: A fraude no exame prejudicou muitos estudantes honestos.
Definition
"A fraude" in legal terms refers to the intentional deception or dishonest act committed by an individual or group to gain an unfair or unlawful advantage, often causing harm or loss to others. For example, "A fraude no exame prejudicou muitos estudantes honestos" means cheating during the exam harmed many honest students.
Etymology
The word "a fraude" comes from the Latin word 'fraus,' meaning deceit or fraud. It entered Portuguese through Old French 'fraude.' Did you know? The root 'fraus' relates to trickery, which perfectly reflects the meaning of "a fraude" as an act of deception.
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