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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

shyster

/ˈʃɪstər/ noun · British & US
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What does shyster mean?

noun

A disreputable or unscrupulous lawyer, often one who practices law in a way that is considered unethical or deceitful. A shyster is often used to describe a lawyer who takes advantage of their clients for personal gain.

Example

"The shyster lawyer was disbarred after it was discovered that he had been embezzling money from his clients."

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