Ruse and Shift

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

Shift is a synonym for ruse in thing topic. In some cases you can use "Shift" instead a noun "Ruse", when it comes to topics like trick. archaic substitute

Shift noun - An action planned or taken to achieve a desired result.

Ruse is a synonym for shift in trick topic. You can use "Ruse" instead a noun "Shift", if it concerns topics such as scheme, stratagem.

Nearby Words: shifting, shifted, shifty, shiftiness, shifter