Ruse

Pronunciation: /ˈruːz/

Ruse (noun)

  1. A clever plan or trick used to deceive someone.

Examples

  • The ruse was successful in distracting the guards.
  • She devised a clever ruse to avoid the meeting.

Common collocations: clever ruse, elaborate ruse, use a ruse, fall for a ruse

Synonyms of Ruse

Formal

Neutral

Informal

Antonyms of Ruse

  • When discussing truthfulness versus deception.