phisher

noun

Definition of phishernext
as in techie

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Recent Examples of phisher Microsoft To ensure that the TOTP is entered within the time limit (usually about 30 seconds), the phishers use bots based on Telegram or other real-time messengers that automatically enter credentials quickly. — Dan Goodin, Ars Technica, 14 Mar. 2023 This means that a phisher online can't simply trick someone into handing over their password, or even a password plus a second-factor code, to break into a digital account. — Lily Hay Newman, WIRED, 30 Dec. 2022
Recent Examples of Synonyms for phisher
  1. techie
  2. hacker
  3. technocrat
  4. gearhead
  5. technophile
Noun
  • In concluding remarks, Hao asked each panelist what inspired techies should be focusing on now.
    — John Werner, Forbes.com, 15 May 2026
  • Many were seemingly furious about San Francisco techies or the concept of polyamory.
    — Boone Ashworth, Wired News, 30 Apr. 2026
Definition of techie
Noun
  • The hackers are able to capture keystrokes, screenshots, audio, and video, monitor the clipboard, and operate the device remotely.
    — Mason Leib, ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026
  • An on-chain analysis by blockchain intelligence firm Galaxy Research revealed that the hackers have already moved approximately 1,816 Bitcoin, worth nearly $116 million, off those wallets.
    — Camila Grigera Naón, Fortune, 3 Aug. 2026
Definition of hacker
Noun
  • Advertisement But international diplomats viewed Rodríguez as a technocrat rather than an ideological hard-liner.
    — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 30 July 2026
  • Hamad bin Jassim ran much of the diplomacy, Sheikha Moza built the education and cultural project, and the gas wager needed technocrats willing to bet on a market that barely existed.
    — Güney Yıldız, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
Definition of technocrat
Noun
  • For young gearheads, cars quickly factor into the equation, and the notion of utopia soon includes exploring those fabled peaks and valleys in one’s personal dream machine, often a Porsche 911.
    — Viju Mathew, Robb Report, 1 June 2026
  • It’s been a few years since Brewster last watched the movie, which established the lore of the Toretto family, a crew of gearheads and street racers led by Diesel’s Dominic.
    — Angelique Jackson, Variety, 14 May 2026
Definition of gearhead
Noun
  • Audiences and technophiles have been wowed, but film purists have howled over the trimming of more than 25 minutes of runtime, including some musical numbers.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 16 June 2026
  • On its own, the G2 only offers enough changes to justify that technophile urge if the Conversate AI feature appeals to you.
    — Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026
Definition of technophile

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“Phisher.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/phisher. Accessed 5 Aug. 2026.

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