anti-fraud

adjective

an·​ti-fraud ˌan-tē-ˈfrȯd How to pronounce anti-fraud (audio)
ˌan-tī-
: opposing or intended to discourage or prevent fraud
the anti-fraud provisions of the Federal securities laws
anti-fraud technology

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Natural Language Interfaces Natural language interfaces can simplify the interaction between compliance officers and complex anti-fraud/AML software. Justin Newell, Forbes.com, 13 May 2025 The advanced capabilities of agentic AI are transforming the fields of anti-fraud and anti-money laundering, making significant strides in safeguarding financial systems. Craig Costigan, Forbes.com, 24 Apr. 2025 More recent government audits found some instances where officials did not always use anti-fraud tools. Christopher Bing, ProPublica, 17 Apr. 2025 All Social Security claims made over the telephone will be subject to an anti-fraud check moving forward, the agency confirmed on April 14. Amaris Encinas, USA Today, 16 Apr. 2025 See All Example Sentences for anti-fraud

Word History

First Known Use

1836, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of anti-fraud was in 1836

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“Anti-fraud.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anti-fraud. Accessed 28 May. 2025.

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