predevise

/prɛˈdɛvʌɪz/

Definitions

1. verb

to devise beforehand, especially in a way that is contrary to what is intended or expected

“The court ruled that the government’s actions were an attempt to predevise a biased trial.”

2. noun

a plan or device made beforehand, especially in a way that is contrary to what is intended or expected

“The whistleblower revealed the predevise to manipulate the market.”

Synonyms

  • plan
  • scheme

Antonyms

  • impromptu
  • spur-of-the-moment