Pretext and Ruse

Pretext noun - Something serving to conceal plans; a fictitious reason that is concocted in order to conceal the real reason.

Ruse is a synonym for pretext in guise topic. In some cases you can use "Ruse" instead a noun "Pretext", when it comes to topics like thing, disguise, blind, deceit.

Nearby Word: pretexting

Ruse noun - A deceptive maneuver (especially to avoid capture).

Pretext is a synonym for ruse in blind topic. You can use "Pretext" instead a noun "Ruse".