rouerie

/ruˈwɛːri/ (roo-ER-ee)

Definitions

1. noun

A trick or deceitful scheme.

“The con artist’s elaborate rouerie fooled the investor into handing over their life savings.”

2. noun

A cunning or deceitful quality.

“The politician’s rouerie won over the crowd with her charming smile, but critics saw right through it.”

Synonyms

  • deceit
  • scam
  • scheme

Antonyms

  • honesty
  • sincerity
  • truthfulness