Duplicity and Gambit

Duplicity

Duplicity noun - The inclination or practice of misleading others through lies or trickery.

Gambit and duplicity are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gambit" instead a noun "Duplicity".

Nearby Words: duplicate, duplication

Gambit

Gambit noun - A clever often underhanded means to achieve an end.
Usage example: I couldn't tell whether her earlier poor-mouthing had been sincere or just a gambit to get me to pick up the dinner check
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Duplicity and gambit are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Duplicity" instead a noun "Gambit".

How words are described

perfect perfect duplicity perfect gambit
dangerous dangerous duplicity dangerous gambit
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