conKK [ˈkɑn] ｜ /ˈkɑn/
GEPT 中高級
C2noun
an argument or disagreement against a proposal or idea
During the meeting, John presented several cons to Mary’s proposal.
反對意見；缺點
C2adverb
in opposition or against a proposition, opinion, etc.
In a debate, one side presents an argument in favor of a proposal while the opposing side presents a con argument against it.
反對地；持反方立場
C2noun
(offensive) a fraudulent scheme, typically involving cheating during gambling or convincing someone to buy worthless property
John was conned by a smooth-talking salesman into buying a 'rare' antique that turned out to be a cheap replica.
C2verb
(offensive) to deceive or swindle someone out of something
The shady salesman conned the elderly couple into buying a useless product.
C2verb
to commit to memory or learn by heart
She had to con a long list of vocabulary words for her upcoming exam.
C2noun
a person who is serving a sentence in jail or prison
The hardened con sat alone in his cell, contemplating his past choices.