In lang=en terms the difference between counterfeit and swindle
is that
counterfeit is to falsely produce what appears to be official or valid; to produce a forged copy of while
swindle is to obtain money or property by fraudulent or deceitful methods.
As nouns the difference between counterfeit and swindle
is that
counterfeit is a non-genuine article; a fake while
swindle is an instance of.
As verbs the difference between counterfeit and swindle
is that
counterfeit is to falsely produce what appears to be official or valid; to produce a forged copy of while
swindle is to defraud (someone).
As an adjective counterfeit
is false, especially of money; intended to deceive or carry appearance of being genuine.