collusion — secret cooperation or conspiracy, especially in order to cheat or deceive others
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: secret cooperation or conspiracy, especially in order to cheat or deceive others
Pronunciation (IPA): /kəˈluːʒən/
Example Sentences
- The students' collusion on the exam was so obvious that even the sleepy professor noticed.
- The investigation revealed collusion between the oil companies to maintain high gas prices.
- My cat and dog are in collusion to steal food from my plate whenever I'm not looking.
collusion
NOUN[/kəˈluːʒən/]
secret cooperation or conspiracy, especially in order to cheat or deceive others
Two CEOs secretly shake hands under the table to fix prices through collusion.
Call to lose shin guards - secret conspiracy to cheat!
Their collusion creates an illusion before reaching any conclusion
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'collusio,' derived from 'colludere,' meaning 'to play together' or 'to conspire.' The prefix 'col-' (together) combines with 'ludere' (to play or deceive).
Breakdown
col- (together) + lud (play/deceive) + -sion (noun suffix) = collusion
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The students' collusion on the exam was so obvious that even the sleepy professor noticed.”
“The investigation revealed collusion between the oil companies to maintain high gas prices.”
“My cat and dog are in collusion to steal food from my plate whenever I'm not looking.”
“There was clear evidence of collusion between the bidders in the government contract.”
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