Ploy

Pronunciation: /ˈplɔɪ/

Ploy (noun)

  1. A clever plan or action used to get what you want, often by deceiving someone.
  2. A method or strategy used to achieve a specific goal, often in a competitive situation.

Examples

  • The magician used a clever ploy to amaze the audience.
  • The team devised a new ploy to win the game.

Common collocations: clever ploy, sneaky ploy, strategic ploy, offensive ploy

Synonyms of Ploy

Formal

Informal

Antonyms of Ploy

  • — In contrast to a ploy, honesty is straightforward and transparent.
  • — A ploy often lacks sincerity, aiming for manipulation.