1. a person who deceives or tricks someone; a cheat or swindler
Usage: somewhat archaic or literary

Examples

• The cozener convinced investors to hand over their savings with false promises.
• She was revealed to be a cozener who had been running a Ponzi scheme for years.
• The con artist was a skilled cozener, able to manipulate people with ease.
• He warned his friends about the cozener operating in their neighborhood.
• The cozener's elaborate scheme finally unraveled when authorities began investigating.