deception synonyms

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[ US /dɪˈsɛpʃən/ ]
[ UK /dɪsˈɛpʃən/ ]

Synonyms

Deceptive act

fraud trick hoax swindle

Indirect, usually tricky means of achieving a goal

means honest device ploy dodge jig ruse gimmick artifice sleight subterfuge stratagem wile feint imposture maneuver take-in

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