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(sub-ter-fuge) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. a trick used to hide something or escape a consequence.

Example Sentence

The students pretended to be sick as a subterfuge to taking the test.

More Example Sentences

Subterfuge helped her win the game.

Synonyms

deception; trickery; ruse

Antonyms

honesty

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Rhymes

  • subterfuge
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