Strategem

Pronunciation: /ˈstrætɪdʒɛm/

Strategem (noun)

  1. A carefully planned action meant to achieve a goal, often by surprising or misleading an opponent.
  2. A smart method or plan used to solve a problem, especially when direct action is difficult.

Examples

  • The team used a planned trick to confuse the opponent.
  • A planned trick can work when the other side expects nothing.